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An exceptional Valdivia bust from Ecuador

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An exceptional Valdivia bust from Ecuador

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An exceptional Valdivia bust from Ecuador, ca. 3500 – 1200 BC. This unusually large example of a Valdivia 'Venus' figure is 2-3/4 in high and depicts a female with arms folded under her large breasts. Nicely detailed, good mineral deposits, mounted on custom stand. Ex Hart collection.

Condition

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An exceptional Valdivia bust from Ecuador

Name: An exceptional Valdivia bust from Ecuador
SKU: 44814374
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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