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Heavy Vintage Deity Head, South American, Carved Crystal, Gilt Metal, Artefact

$4,888.16
£3,565
€4,157.78
CA$6,693.57
A$7,442.34
CHF 3,885.98
MX$90,591.36
NOK 49,583.38
SEK 46,457.26
DKK 31,030.31
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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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