This exceptional were-jaguar mask was sculptured from the Olmec’s most favored jade stone. Ranging 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, this masterful creation was extremely difficult to produce. The mask is unique and considered to be a shaman in the midst of transformation. Exhibits both animal and human qualities in high relief. Notable for its characteristic upraised upper lip, bifurcated tongue, curved fangs and cleft forehead. His almond shaped eyes are perforated, nose is wide and flat with projecting elongated ears…

Mexico, ca. 900-600 B.C.  Very Rare mask in Jade - Investment piece.

We are happy and proud to present our on-line collection for your viewing pleasure and consideration, proving fine Pre-Columbian art for sale. The Mayan civilization area is divided into three defined zones, north to south. The northern lowlands, the southern lowlands and the highlands. They include present-day countries of southern Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula, Belize, Guatemala western Honduras and northern El Salvador.