A very rare “Elites” false head bundle from the Nazca-Huari period. This remarkable
mummy face mask head is comprised of Totoro Reed stuffed within a woven cotton gauze.
Small individual vibrant orange colored feathers are attached to the front creating
the face. Nose bundle is in relief with black feathers being applied for contrast.
Eyes and mouth are made from copper sheet and sewn in. The crown is composed of two
sections. The lower headband is a woven textile with colorful zoomorphic imagery...
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This deeply engraved bone idol is a Dignitary
holding ritual objects. Surrounding the
central figure are decorations of large bands
of geometric shapes with small interlocking
frets that progresses into the back..
A fine symmetric Mezcala anthropomorphic
axe god figure. Type M-8. Carved from grey
Metadiorite stone. Incised features and details
indicated by grooving. Very nice abstract and
artistic piece…
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…
If you are searching for a book that
ties together Andean mythology, Incan
Historical Data and a new approach to
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An exceptional were-jaguar mask.
Made from the favored jade stone. This mask
is considered to be a shaman in the midst of
transformation. Notable for its characteristic
upraised upper lip, bifurcated tongue, curved
fangs and cleft forehead. The Olmec God.
A hardbound CIRAM Scientific Analysts report
is provided.
This second book in the Yale University
Publications in Anthropology series
dedicated to the Machu Picchu collections
Recovered early in the twentieth century
from Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham…
A very fine molded pottery mask in typical
Teotihuacan fashion. Realistic facial features.
Traditional triangular face with wide forehead.
Remnants of painted headband...
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Burnish brown-ware with vertical spout and strap handle. Though these vessels were
mold made, extra care was given here to produce this sweet and naturalistic face.
His upper body is textured with smoothing…
This deeply engraved bone idol is a dignitary holding ritual objects. Surrounding
the central figure are decorations of large bands of geometric shapes with small
interlocking frets that progresses into the back.
A finely made ceremonial Jadeite Celt. Classic Olmec carved facial features. Guiding
drill holes at the edges of the eye orbits and the bow shaped mouth. Nose and brow
are in relief and softened. The ears are straight tab type with drilled perforations.
Also, the body is marked with light incisions. In contrast…
Excellent Inca bronze tumi with full size Jaguar. This ceremonial knife has a short
thick handle and a rarer oval shaped Half-moon gilded blade. The finial has a very
detailed feline lying down on a rectangular platform. Mouth opened with teeth exposed.
Eyes, ears…
Rare Scholarly Publication from the Society for American Archaeology. Complete Run
from Volumes 1 to 15 and Volumes 17 to 19. Massive lot of 72 back issued Journals.
Packed with articles and reports by professional archaeologists on all aspects of
Latin American archaeology and epigraphy. Excellent reference books…
Very unique and important Bi-point Native Copper Blade with gorgeous verdigris patina.
Kuntur Wasi - Chavin, San Pablo Province Peru c.800 - 550 BC. Length is 19.25"/48.89
cm. This impressive blade is like no other as to it's shape, size, composition and
engraving. Because of the uniqueness, an…
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A significant and scarce artifact from the Taino culture. Dominican Republic. Ca.
1250-1400 AD. Sat upon by a cacique (chief) in religious ceremonials. This intact
Duho is extremely rare and a most unique find. Sculpted from one solid piece of wood
and elaborately carved in the…
A charming miniature Capacocha Llama made of copper. Beautifully detailed offering
displaying unique bundles that suggests prosperity. Height is 1.25" / 3.175 cm…
Highly deformed hunchback bronze figure. Nude. Facial features are remarkable. Expressive
and detailed. Hunchbacks were seen as an emissary between the Inca people and divinity.…
Attractive and large ceramic incensario. A broad shouldered naked male seated in
a frontal pose on a stool with a stepped base. Facial features are incredibly bold
and realistic. Wears traditional large disc ear plugs. The shallow…
A rare example of a very early Guangala figurine from Ecuador, circa 500 BC - 100
AD. This piece depicts a female with incised patterns that are indicative of jewelry,
clothing, and/or possible tattooing/ritual scarification. These figures are mostly
misrepresented as from the Machalilla Phase.
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A superb Frog vessel from the Late Formative period of Ecuador. Well made highly
polished vessel with two very mystical frogs projecting on both ends. Choice condition.
Measures…
A charming miniature Capacocha female effigy. Made from the cherished orange Spondylus
shell. Would have been covered in clothing and placed with the sacrificial child
as an offering to the god. Nicely detailed throughout.
Lovely set of three Quail Doves flutes from the Chorotega culture, Costa Rica. Buff
with some burnished areas. Each flute is designed with two heads opposed top and
bottom. Four finger holes produce beautiful tones. Each has its own…
An exceptional Chancay funerary doll with false head. Finely made and unrivaled in
size. Composed of wrapped reed, sticks and vegetal fibers. Head is a wooden plank
painted red, eyes are diamond shaped in white with a separated attached nose in brown.
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