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Huge Panamanian Stone Metate, Parrot-Shaped

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Pre-Columbian, Panama, Chiriqui , ca. 800-1000 CE. Large grey volcanic stone metate in the shape of a Macaw with its three legs carved in the shape of a bird head. Used as Royal Seat of Power. Stunning example! Size: 26" L x 10" W x 11" H.

Provenance: Ex-private Hollywood, CA Collection, acquired from Ron Messick Fine Arts, Santa Fe, NM.

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Huge Panamanian Stone Metate, Parrot-Shaped

Name: Huge Panamanian Stone Metate, Parrot-Shaped
SKU: 34019009
Price: 7000 USD
Availability: InStock

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