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Heavy Vintage Deity Head, South American, Carved Crystal, Gilt Metal, Artefact
$4,857.41
£3,565
€4,140.06
CA$6,686.83
A$7,310.02
CHF 3,867.33
MX$87,476.10
NOK 49,206.19
SEK 45,043.29
DKK 30,923.66
About the Item
This is a heavy vintage deity head. A South American, carved crystal and gilt metal decorative artefact, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950
Highly distinctive and fascinatingly heavy skull in the Inca or Pre-Columbian manner
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order throughout
Profusely carved form, with an exaggerated skull depth
Adorned with quality un-hallmarked soft yellow metal
Ovoid eyes adorned with smaller grimacing faces
Large wolf like figure at the side, with a gilt finished head and snake's head to the tail
Substantial weight in the hand at 13.85kg (30.5 lb)
This is a fascinating vintage deity head, with a striking form and heft. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 18cm (7'')
Max Depth: 29cm (11.5'')
Max Height: 21cm (8.25'')
- Dimensions:Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 11.42 in (29 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 248031stDibs: LU2645341874102
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