A wonderful Potosi Applique with crocodilian effigy. This ritual incense burner has a top cover finalized with a portrayal of an aggressive spiny Caiman. Three rows of exaggerated pointed scutes crowns his elongated head. Two double ring banning appliqué surround the upper and matching lower section. White and red colors faintly appear near the eyes and legs. Lower bowl has vertical stripes in light yellow. Overall  body is heavily textured.

Greater Nicoya region, Costa Rica, 500 - 1350 AD (Period V-VI)

A charming trio of small Bahia-type solid standing figurines. Each are sweet and unique. The first wears an elaborate ear and nose ornaments. All measure over 4" in height. Custom metal stand…  

An ultra rare find. Burnished ceramic headrest with incised designs. Calderon, Manabi, Ecuador. 1800/300BC. Measures over 6" in length by 4" in height…

Chorrera Incised Headrest

Costa Rican Seated Sukia

Beautifully sculptured work of art in volcanic stone. Seated on a small platform in near choice condition. Front of both feet slightly damaged during antiquity. Guapiles region, Costa Rica. 1000/…

Large hardcover 9.5” by 12” coffee table book.  It organizes, for the first time, an integral view of the ancient mastery of copper. Offers a brilliant display of objects that have been well chosen by premiere authors to be artistic and informative, as well as…

Cobre - The Ancient Copper of Peru

This three dimensional stage 2-3 Palmer Notched type is one of the rarest “Venus” type pieces that one will ever come across. Wonderful emphasis on pure geometry in style. Simple yet expressive. Her elongated headdress signifies her importance. The abundance of Dendrites throughout…

Valdivian “Venus” Palmer Stone

Bahia de Caraquez Figurine

A choice Los Esteros solid type standing figurine. Immense nose wearing a ring ornament and applied large coffee bean eyes. Red pigment across top of head, cheeks, upper and lower torso. Completely intact…

Jamacoaque Headrest

Very nice and rare Jamacoaque Headrest. Two pedestals support the incised platform - single line with three holes on both ends. Faint orange slip still visible with plenty of dendrites throughout. Lower…

Valdivian Palmer Stone

Palmer Notched Incised. Carved stone figurine with face and legs indicated (notched).  This beautiful Formative period stone is orange in color due to the enriched iron and magnesium matrix in which it was found. Deep incised carving creates this more elaborate charming face...

Large Moche/Mochica Wooden Scepter

A Masterpiece of Mochica workmanship. This flawless wooden scepter was probably made for a heroic warrior chief for his achievements. Such a person was worthy of great respect. The intricacy of…

Large La Tolita Parrot

A gorgeous Parrot from La Tolita culture, Ecuador. As with most clay pottery from this culture, the detail and realism are always striking. This large bird is sitting on top of a domed base posed with head turned, preening its feathers. Nice incised detail over head and body…

Large Chancay Mummy Bundle Mask

An excellent and robust Chancay Mummy Bundle Mask. Made from the Alder tree with uniformly applied red cinnabar. Wears a traditional and colorful headband made of Camelid fibers with a superb…

Guanacaste Incensario

A wonderful crocodilian ceramic vessel. This ritual incense burner has a top cover finalized with a portrayal of an aggressive spiny Caiman. Three rows of exaggerated pointed scutes crowns his elongated head. Two Double rows of bead shape appliqué surround the upper and lower…

Nicoya Tigrillo Teeth, Stone and Shell Choker

A gorgeous colorful short choker from Costa Rica. Centered light colored tube stone surrounded by six Tigrillo canines on both sides (twelve in all). All separated by green Jadeite stones and brilliant orange Spondylus shells

Guangala Bone Boundary Markers

An extraordinary pair of carved bone tenons, most likely used as boundary markers. This high elite is heavily embellished throughout his body in prototypical geometric Guangala fashion. Stands with arms across the chest wearing a royal headdress. To exemplify power, the Jaguar…

This lime container was made from a pear shaped gourd. Overall color is deep red with simple black lines. Fragile yellow/brown cotton twine enwraps a piece of bark paper around the neck with several attached seed pods. The calero was hung around an individuals neck…

Tairona Poporo - Calero

Inca Copper Effigies - Set

A pair of ceremonial Copper Female Effigies. Possibly made from same mold. Measuring 2" in height. Each individual have hands held up to they're chest. Their hair and garments appear to be long…