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THBOlmec Stone Figure Shaman Transforming Into Jaguar
Lot 142
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Nautical, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Nautical, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec, ca. 900 to 500 BCE. A finely carved and string cut greenstone figure shown in the process of a shamanic transformation into a jaguar with lips protruding and nose broadening to a snout, and arms lengthening to form forelegs. Standing atop straight legs, he wears only a loincloth, though prominent clefts adorn his biceps. Perhaps indicative of cranial deformation, his elongated head presents haunting sunken eyes and lengthy ears. His cranium seemingly splits at the top as though preparing to form jaguar ears. A truly impressive example! Size: 3.4" W x 8.5" H (8.6 cm x 21.6 cm)
To the Olmecs, statuettes like this example carried many meanings, not all of which are obvious to us today; however, scholars surmise that the color green was associated with vibrant growth, renewal, and given the cyclical conception of life and death, rejuvenation after death. A breathtaking work of art, replete with strong technique, intriguing symbolism, and an inherently beautiful greenstone mottled with veining of various shades of green, white, and black hues.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Southwestern collection; ex-Meza Family collection, Whittier, California, USA, acquired in the 1960s; ex-Fernandez Family collection, via descent from Dr. R. Fernandez, 1940s
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#179870Professionally repaired and restored with some minor chipping along visible break lines. Chip to top of head, and expected nicks and abrasions as shown, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, excellent with light earthen deposits in areas.Condition
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