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Modernist Carved Sandstone Sculpture Mythical Figure

Mid 20th Century

About the Item

Sinuous modern carving of a Mesoamerican. Aztec? Mayan? Striated sandstone, circa mid-20th century.
  • Creation Year:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Rochester, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: mexican latin american indigenous figure statue native central1stDibs: LU165028983992
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