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Large, Fine Olmec Jade Celt
Large, Fine Olmec Jade Celt
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec culture, ca. 1150-550 CE. The Olmecs exhibited an extraordinary command of this extremely difficult to carve medium. Olmec jade objects such as this trapezoidal celt/axe form are unparalleled for the blue-green hues and natural veining in the stone as well as their compact, remarkably symmetrically balanced form, and elegant surface finish. This ceremonial celt, being of rare quality, is no exception! 5-1/2"L Choice condition.

Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970.

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Choice condition.
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Large, Fine Olmec Jade Celt

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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Starting Price $500
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