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Mexican Tribal Red Clay Figure

$2,638.63
$7,538.9365% Off
£1,925
£5,50065% Off
€2,294.47
€6,555.6365% Off
CA$3,605.49
CA$10,301.3965% Off
A$4,064.60
A$11,613.1465% Off
CHF 2,154.36
CHF 6,155.3265% Off
MX$50,110.43
MX$143,172.6565% Off
NOK 26,188.95
NOK 74,825.5865% Off
SEK 25,171.75
SEK 71,919.2965% Off
DKK 17,112.84
DKK 48,893.8265% Off
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About the Item

This fantastic and well-proportioned Mexican primitive figure depicts a man seated, covering his mouth with detailed, patterned clothing. The sculpture measures 8 ¾ in – 22.2 cm wide, 8 ¼ in – 21 cm deep and 16 ½ in – 42 cm high. The figure is dated to 300 A.D., provenance; Purchased from the Pinacotheca Gallery London, 1970. There is an old break on one of the back legs that was repaired, shown in one of the photographs, but other than that, the piece is in exceptional condition considering the age. This amazing piece would make an excellent focal point or feature piece for many different rooms in any interior both Minimalist and contemporary.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    300 AD
  • Condition:
    Repaired: There is an old break on one of the back legs that was repaired, shown in one of the photographs, but other than that, the piece is in exceptional condition considering the age. We do not have any information on who did the repair or exactly when. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JNA37021stDibs: LU1225215333702

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