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$18.00 Shipping Location: Düsseldorf, Germany Up for sale is this beautiful precolumbian statue of a sitting person in an chair a throne, decorated with a triangular design that is conneted to sun ... moreand snake symbols. A beautiful piece in very good stanted, mounted on a modern wooden plinth.
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$18.40 Shipping Location: Satellite Beach, United States Perfect for your collection.
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Free Shipping Location: West Berlin, United States Golden eagle Pendant Chiriqui Pre-Columbian Tribal Art Bird of Prey Charm. 800-1450 AD. I'll answer to the best of my ability. VERY RARE LARGE PEICE!!
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$6.80 Shipping Location: Medina, United States This vessel looks very similar to Nicoya Tripod Bowl Costa Rica -Pre - Columbian Archaic Ancient Artifact MayanThese ancient artifacts were made by the ... moreNicoya Culture of Guanacaste Province in Cost Rica . Pre-Columbian style Costa Rican Nicoya tripod pot with figural decoration and animal head, probably of a turtle .Dimensions H 4”W 4.5”W opening 2”Weight 7ozGood conditions
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$5.35 Shipping Location: Sebring, United States Pre-Columbian Nicoya Jaguar Vessel from Costa Rica, ca. 1000 CE, Beautiful painted vessel in the form of a jaguar painted in black red and cream. Three ... morelegs with rattles inside, excellent condition with manganese deposits (see last picture).
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Free Shipping Location: Port Washington, United States The bowl features a unique tripod design with rattle legs, adding to its authenticity and originality. It has been carefully tucked away for decades. ... moreThis is a lovely piece of history. It appears to be in very good condition.
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$6.00 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Blue Jade Bead Assortment Great Collection of Jade Beads Nice Jade Spacer Beads, Dark Jade Costa Rica
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Free Shipping Location: Bel Air, United States Pre-Columbian Sukia Volcanic Stone Costa Rica 1000-1500AD Figure. A fine Sukia figure from the Atlantic Watershed region of Costa Rica, ca. 1000 - 1500 ... moreAD. It is approx 7” inches high and is carved from the typical volcanic stone of the area. It portrays a seated individual, with arms resting on the knees, playing a flute or pipe.Beautiful , museum quality!Does show normal wear due to age. Please examine and zoom all photos. Photos are part of description Feel free to ask any questions or for more photos Thank you *reasonable offer accepted*
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Free Shipping Location: Bryson City, United States click to enlarge. I am a member of the association of international antiquities dealers. The AIAD is an association of dealers in antiquities(including ... morefine art. Coins, metallic and ceramic objects) whose aim is to promote responsible antiquities dealing and to provide a support network and means of exchanging relevant information about fakes, forgeries, fraudulent misrepresentation and stolen good with a view of identifying such items for sale and notifying the relevant authorities. Every member must meet and follow the stringent code of conduct in order to participate in the association. Should you need to check my membership visit this link. http:aiad.org.uk/about-us/members-profiles/ and look for Juan Carlos Bahamonde. Ancient Costa Rica. Central America, circa 500 BC- 700 AD. A large and spectacular carved milky-white jade with inclusive mineral veins pendant formed as a facing bat, its feet below the body, the wings in the shape of two caiman heads, two drilled points for suspension. A truly exceptional piece of ancient art. A MUST. Approximate lenght: 17.5 cm(7" Approximate width: 4 cm(1 1/2" Approximate thickness: 1 cm. Weight: 151 grams. Provenance: Ex old Spanish private collection. Acquired prior to 1970 in the US art market. Ex prominent London antiquities dealer. Can provide a copy of purchase if requested. Condition: In excellent condition. Please check photos. 100% GENUINE ARTIFACT OR YOUR MONEY BACK. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE LET ME KNOW BEFORE PLACING ANY BIDS. Certificate of Authenticity Can be provided if requested. Life Time Guaranteed- Money Back Guaranteed: This Item is 100% guaranteed authentic as described. We offer life time full money-back guarantee to the original buyer if a recognised authority disputes their authenticity or if the description is found significantly incorrect. The claim is only valid so long as the the original buyer owns it. If the object are proved to be forgery. We will be responsible for all return shipping fees. However, the costs of the study b
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Free Shipping Location: Portland, United States Several cracks to the piece.
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$39.89 Shipping Location: Miami, United States Adapted with a removable piece to be wear as a pendant. This piece do not affect the integrity of the ancient piece. Chiriki Culture. The Veraguas culture, ... morealso known as the Chiriqui culture, was a pre-Columbian Panamanian culture.
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$150.00 Shipping Location: Eugene, United States Decades ago I was in the Natural History museum in San Jose, Costa Rica and saw a jaguar pot very similar to this. Since then I've only seen reproductions. ... moreThis amazing piece was brought back from Costa Rica by my parents in the 1970's.
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$17.80 Shipping Location: Fort Lauderdale, United States Buff clay. This style pottery was usually used in funeral rituals. ARTIST/MAKER: Costa Rica Chiriqui. Provenance: Ex collection a prominent Physician, ... moreDr Juan Ortiz Valderrama MD. He was also a world traveler that practiced and lived in Miami, Florida USA, died in 2018.
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$15.45 Shipping Location: Fort Lauderdale, United States ARTIST/MAKER: Panama native tribe of Chiriqui, Ngobe-Bug. DATE: 7th–16th century AD. Provenance: Ex collection a prominent Physician, Dr Juan Ortiz Valderrama ... moreMD. He was also a world traveler that practiced and lived in Miami, Florida USA, died in 2018.
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$35.00 Shipping Location: Sunnyside, United States Pre Columbian Pottery. Turtle Effigy, Rattle, Tripod, Polychrome Urn, Nicoya, Costa Rica This beautiful Pre Columbian Polychrome Effigy Pottery is a tripod ... moreturtle rattle urn. And is from Nicoya, Costa Rica. The 3-legged urn is decorated with geometric red and black on a cream ground. And measures approximately 6-1/2 inches tall. 3-1/4 inches wide. And 6 inches deep. See photos for condition. See photos) Shipping includes packing and insurance covering amount of item cost. In the U.S. via UPS. A Signature will be required upon delivery. We make every effort to ship as quickly as possible once payment is received; 5 business days is the maximum handling time. New Mexico residents will be charged the state's gross receipts tax. 228-119]
$20.00 Shipping Location: United States Authentic Pre Columbian Olmec stone figure with strong African features and long braids. Africans made it across the ocean thousands of years before Columbus ... moreas shown in this rare artifact. Found in Costa Rica and measures 9 1/2"
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Boyertown, United States Presumably pre-Columbian, possibly Vera Cruz Costa Rican, 300-900 CE, although exact age and cultural affiliation are unknown. A beautifully glazed, nicely ... moredetailed and finely walled bowl in a brown and orange glaze.
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$5.35 Shipping Location: Sebring, United States GALLERIA VERGÈS Pre-Columbian ~ COSTA RICAN ~ Zoomorphic TRIPOD Click on these links to view larger photos: 1- 2- 3- 4- 5- 6 This is a Pre-Columbian ... moreCOSTA RICAN Blackware Zoomorphic TRIPOD Vessel. 300- 900 A.D. It measures about 6 1/2" X 5 1/2" X 6" 16.6 cm X 14.0 cm X 15.3 cm) Provenance: Estate of Dr Chalon Rodriguez, Virginia. There's a chip on the rim and the legs have cracks. Custom listed using TROCADERO's automated HTML and Picture Hosting tools. For questions. Please contact me at 301-922-5838 before placing your bids. You can pay by Paypal. Payment is due within 7 days of date of purchase. We only ship on Tuesdays. For domestic transactions. We ship via USPS Priority Mail, Insured up to the final value of the item, and with Signature Confirmation. For international transactions. We ship via USPS Priority Mail International and Insured up to the final value of the item. Upon your request. We can mail your purchase by USPS Standard Post(7-10 business days) Media Mail(books and printed matter) or by First Class International where available. Also, if you have any other carrier of your preference like UPS or Fedex, we will be glad to accommodate your request. Please note that if the Actual Shipping Cost at time of shipping is lower than quoted. We will Refund the shipping adjustment difference.
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Free Shipping Location: Morristown, United States From what is now western Costa Rica, circa 100-500AD, 5.5"L. With custom display mount. Certificate of Authenticity included.
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$6.00 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Blue Jade Bead Assortment Great Collection of Jade Beads Nice Jade Spacer Beads, Dark Jade Costa Rica
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Lisbon, United States For sale is the item shown in the photos.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Rego Park, United States Provenance Ex. Giraud V. Foster Collection Baltimore Maryland.
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$11.30 Shipping Location: Spring, United States Condition: Very Good overall. All original, as found dug (unearthed) condition. No visible breaks, no repairs. Well preserved. Holes on the body.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: New York, United States The first a spectacular necklace of tubular beads and a finely crafted harpy eagle pendant. A saurian head emanates from each side of the eagle's head. ... moreBoth in excellent condition. Special Pre-Columbian Jewelry!
$33.00 Shipping Location: Charlotte, United States Ca. 500 AD – 1000 AD. Guanacaste-Nicoya, Costa Rica. Miscellaneous nicks, scrapes and dings. See photos.
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$28.04 Shipping Location: United Kingdom
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$5.40 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Jade Harpy Eagle Pendant Translucent Jade Harpy Eagle Form on Top Bat imagery on bottom Incised Lines Costa Rica
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$32.20 Shipping Location: Colgate, United States Excellent condition. From Costa Rica. Circa: 1000 - 1500 AD. (#05132TA). If variation of color, etc. A FEW NOTES.
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$34.75 Shipping Location: Colgate, United States Excellent condition. From Costa Rica/Panama. From the David and Dora McIlhenny collection of Green Valley, AZ. Circa: 500 - 1000 AD. If variation of color, ... moreetc. A FEW NOTES.
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$22.95 Shipping Location: Colgate, United States Authentic Pre-Columbian carved stone seated monkey eating fruit. Excellent condition. From Costa Rica/Panama. From the David and Dora McIlhenny collection ... moreof Green Valley, AZ. Circa: 500 - 1000 AD.
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$13.10 Shipping Location: Gardena, United States Scrafitto /engraved designs. Small restoration to ear. Museum number on foot.
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$5.35 Shipping Location: Sebring, United States Pre-Columbian Costa Rican Baluster Shape Vessel with protruding head from Nicoya, Costa Rica, ca. 800-1000 CE. The bottom foot of the vessel has very ... morenice manganese deposits attesting to its age. 14 1/4" in height.
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$8.70 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-Columbian Jade Beaded Bracelet with Gold spacer beads. Gemstone quality jade and pre-columbian gold spacer bead with gold frog Unisex Bracelet Costa ... moreRica
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$8.70 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Large Pre-columbian Jade Celt Large Jade Celt, front has been polished. Back still calcified Costa Rica Please contact for more details, dimensions, more ... morepictures, etc
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$15.45 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS AT BOTTOM OF PAGE* GENUINE Pre Columbian Jade Axe God Pendant Figurine 6th– 7th Century Mesoamerican Costa Rica This is a genuine ... morePre Columbian jade figure pendant. Commonly called an“axe god” because of the shape. Although all of these jade figures are rare today. This one is especially unusual due to the fact that it has defined legs instead of the more common“axe” bottom, although it still maintains the traditional taper of the standard axe shape when viewed for the side. The positioning of the arms, folded upwards on each side of the chest(as in later Pre-Columbian gold figures) is also less typical than the standard figures which usually place the arms parallel across the chest. Under magnification you can see supple tooling marks throughout the surface. The marks are typical of the time period and not perfectly parallel as modern tool marks are. The surface has a nice“soft” look. Again typical for an original Mesoamerican piece, unlike the often harsh cuts and sharp edges caused by modern tools and the overall lack of finesse that the original Pre Columbian artist were so skilled at achieving(although much of that look is due to the type of tools used at the time, which would make it difficult to achieve the harsh lines that are common on modern pieces, caved with modern tools) The right foot has what I think is a small chip. Although its edges aren’t rough or sharp so perhaps it’s just an imperfection that was in the stone and not completely carved away when it was made. You can see the“chip” in the last two photos at the bottom of the page. Other than that the piece is in good shape. The hand drilled suspension hole(generally drilled using bone or wood with an abrasive) has an accumulation of mineral deposits lining the inner walls. A typical sign of age. The use of jade in Costa Rica comes to an end about 500- 600 AD. When there was a cultural shift towards gold for use in luxury items. The overall style of this figure is typical of this period. It measures about 3
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$15.45 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Stone Axe God Shaman Avian Axe God with Speech Scroll Incisied Lines, ceremonial half back Hard Stone. Possibly Jade Costa Rica
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Lisbon, United States For sale is the item shown in the photos.
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$10.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States (Color photos. Includes bibliographical references and index. Bibliography, chronology. 308 illustrations, including 130 in full color. 400 pages. The ... morechoice of location was a practical one. Calendar years are about 150 years earlier.).
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$8.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Published by the National Gallery of Art, Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts. Distributed by Yale University Press. The symposium was held 19-21 ... moreSeptember 1996 in Washington, D.C. 281 illus., 11 color plates.
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$6.00 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-Columbian circular jade avian effigy pendant—500 BC-500 AD Guerrero. Mexico This is a deep olive/gray circular pendant with a series of 12 avian head ... moreimages cut all around the outer edge. It has one small hole for stringing. Measurements Diameter: almost 2" Thick: approx. 0.25" Center hole diameter: approx. 0.5" CONDITION: Intact. Please study the many photos carefully and ask questions before you bid. Shipping: USPS mail with insurance fee—flat rate to all of $9 PAYPAL ONLY PLEASE NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING SORRY. NO RETURNS
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$8.70 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Abstract Avian Jade Pendant Translucent Gemstone Jade Side profile abstract avian pendant Costa Rica
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$15.45 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-columbian Jade Avian Mace Head Avian Mace Head Costa Rica Please inquire for more details, size, pictures, etc.
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$5.40 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-Columbian Bat Pendant Carved Green Stone 2 sets of holes Costa Rica Lenght:2.25" Wide:1"
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$13.60 Shipping Location: Lisbon, United States For sale is the item shown in the photos.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Henderson, United States Early Classic Period Tripod Rattle Vessel Bowl. Pre-Columbian 3-legged shallow bowl w/rattle balls in legs. Primitively colored in red/ orange and black ... moreon a light orange earthenware.
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Free Shipping Location: Morristown, United States Crowned Bird Celt, Costa Rica, 300BC-300AD, 3 5/8"L x 1 1/8"W.
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$45.00 Shipping Location: Sequim, United States The Greater Nicoya were an archaeological culture that prevailed in the area comprising the far southwestern coastal region of Honduras, the far northwestern ... morePacific coastal region of Costa Rica and the Pacific side of coastal Nicaragua.
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$8.70 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States Pre-Columbian circular jade avian effigy pendant—500 BC-500 AD Guerrero. Mexico This is a deep olive/gray circular pendant with a series of 12 avian head ... moreimages cut all around the outer edge. It has one small hole for stringing. Measurements Diameter: almost 2" Thick: approx. 0.25" Center hole diameter: approx. 0.5" CONDITION: Intact. Please study the many photos carefully and ask questions before you bid. Shipping: USPS mail with insurance fee—flat rate to all of $9 PAYPAL ONLY PLEASE NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING SORRY. NO RETURNS
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$8.70 Shipping Location: West Palm Beach, United States This Pre- Columbian Green Stone Avian Axe God Large Avian Axe w Incised Lines and mineral deposits Costa Rica Please inquire for more details
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Free Shipping Location: Obernburg, United States These may be Pre Columbian, but no direct indication. Notice the graphic fired on pot still very bright and colorful given the age of the pot. Facial ... morefeatures were painted and sculpted on each of the three legs.
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$31.25 Shipping Location: Portland, United States Costa Rica. Period V/VI AD 500-1550/ seated Woman.
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$24.05 Shipping Location: Portland, United States This. And many items I will be listing in the next days, came from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. These items belong to a friend of mine who obtained ... morethem approx 50-years ago when he lived& traveled extensively in the region. All items have been evaluated for authenticity(approx 45yrs ago) and/or identification by a curator at UCLA. There is no current documentation available. Many of the photos required utilization of camera flash. Thus many of the photos may appear mildly"washed out" or lighter than actual color. I have provided dimensions in photos. THE BROWN PENDANT IS QUITE INTERESTING. AS THEY USED THE NATURAL GROOVES IN THE STONE AS THE ARM SHAPE. Items will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. And ALL items will be insured& require signature upon delivery. I will be listing a number of Pre-Columbian artifacts; all from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. In addition. I will be listing a few antique/vintage items from a Coastal Region near Acapulco, Mexico. Check in often and add me to your FAVORITE SELLERS list. I list NEW ITEMS constantly! THANK YOU* PAYMENT DUE WITHIN 48-HOURS OF PURCHASE* If payment is not received. An" Unpaid Item Case" will be opened. I regret these restrictions. But this is the result of Buyers who haven't followed thru on their purchases. THANK YOU!
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$35.99 Shipping Location: San Diego, United States Central America, Costa Rica, Central Highlands, Atlantic Watershed, A fabulous “Sukia” (medicine man) figure carved from volcanic basalt stone. Late Period ... moreV - Period VI 800–1400 CECondition: Intact with normal surface wear commensurate with ageMeasures approximately 15 inches tall, 6 inches wide, 4 1/2 inches deep and weighs a little over 16 pounds
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$95.00 Shipping Location: North Chicago, United States Jadeite takes a fine polish, and its extraordinary toughness resists chipping and breaking. It goes without saying what the value of this piece would ... morebe currently. The piece is priced for a fraction of acquisition costs due to the passing of a prominent collector.
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$195.00 Shipping Location: Libertyville, United States Jadeite takes a fine polish, and its extraordinary toughness resists chipping and breaking. An exquisite, finely-carved jade piece. The piece is priced ... morefor a fraction of acquisition costs due to the passing of a prominent collector.
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$11.60 Shipping Location: Bradenton, United States It would make a great addition to any collection of ethnographic antiques.
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$28.93 Shipping Location: Canada
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$6.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States Its importance cannot be underestimated. Appointed to the Yucatan following the Spanish conquest of the north, Landa arrived in 1549 A.D. and instantly ... moreset himself to the task of routing out heathenism from among the Mayan converts to Christianity.
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$9.99 Shipping Location: Lummi Island, United States The Moche culture, which flourished on the north coast of Peru between 100 and 800 B.C., has been known to art historians and archaeologists for over ... morea century. This book traces the fineline painting tradition from the beginning to the end of the Moche culture.
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PRE-COLUMBIAN ART MAYA CHIMU COSTA RICA JADE JEWELRY BOOK
Handbook of the Robert Wood Bliss Collection of Pre-Columbian Art. Published in 1963 by Dumbarton Oaks. Washington, D. C. Trustees for Harvard University. Soft cover, 6" x 9" in very good condition, with a very light musty odor. The covers are in good condition, with some very light wear. Has 178 pages with 425 objects listed and 156 of them pictured in b/w photographs. Contents include: Introduction; Maps; Catalogue of the Collection: Teotihuacan; Olmec; Classic Maya; Classic Veracruz; Post-Classic Mexico; Miscellaneous Mesoamerica; Costa Rica; Panama; Columbia; Peru; A Brief Bibliography; and Plates. Contains a very interesting and authoritative text along with descriptions given for each piece pictured. Long out of print this is an excellent reference book to add to your collection. Buyer to pay shipping costs, with combined ... moreshipping available if more than one item purchased. Check my other listings for more reference books and catalogs, including others with Pre-Columbian Art. Thanks for looking! ALSO, PLEASE WAIT FOR INVOICE before sending payment.
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PRE-COLUMBIAN ART of COSTA RICA JADE GOLD POTTERY BOOK
Between Continents/Between Seas: Precolumbian Art of Costa Rica. Published in 1981 to catalogue the exhibition which traveled to several US cities. And ended at the Detroit Institute of Arts, March 9-May 22, 1983. Softcover, 8.5" x 11" in very good condition. The covers are in good condition with a small corner crease and some light scuffing. Has 240 pages with 292 different objects pictured in color photographs, along with an additional 45 b/w photographs. Contents include: Preface; The Archaeology of Costa Rica; Ethnohistorical Approaches to Archaeology of Greater Nicoya; Ethnohistory and Ethnography in the Central Highlands- Atlantic Watershed and Diquis; Guayabo de Turrialba and it's Significance; Traditions of Costa Rican Stone Sculpture; Jade; Gold Work; Perspectives on Costa Rican Jade: Compositional Analysis and Cultural ... moreImplications; Catalogue; and Bibliography. Features an authoritative text throughout, with each chapter written by a different author. The catalogue section contains full descriptions of each piece, along with additional b/w photographs. This is an excellent reference book to add to your collection. Buyer to pay shipping costs, with combined shipping available if more than one item purchased. Check my other listings for more reference books and catalogs, including others with Pre-Columbian Art. Thanks for looking! Thanks for looking! ALSO, PLEASE WAIT FOR INVOICE before sending payment.
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Pre Columbian Art Jade Figure from Costa Rica
Green Jade Stone from Costa Rica Original Patina 7 1/2" Height Representing a men figure Good Condition
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EFFIGY STONE FIGURE, COSTA RICA, PRE-COLUMBIAN
EFFIGY STONE FIGURE. COSTA RICA. PRE-COLUMBIAN Height: 5 1/2" Width: 2 3/4" Depth: 3 3/4" Weight: 1 lb 3.4 oz This effigy stone was acquired at a private Bel Air estate mansion sale. The owner. A former 1960s television producer, had an extensive collection of Costa Rican antique stone tools, ceremonial pieces and effigy figures. The artifact displays a crouching person with arms straddled along side. Pronounced eyes/lips are offset by a head-piece/decoration of some type. Made from a block of lava. The carving, essentially, is a stylized image of a person. Colleagues have noted that the clenched fists. Position of the legs, wide hips/buttocks and somewhat determined facial features indicates a birth or birthing practice. If valid, this suggests a fertility figurine of some type-such were rather common during the prehistory ... moreof Costa Rica. Minor dings/extraction-grooves along most of the artifact. Though the left knee has maintained a large chip-exposing the inner. Original red color of this particular lava stone. An interesting mystery.
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FROG EFFIGY GREENSTONE, PRE-COLUMBIAN, COSTA RICA, 500 - 800 AD.
FROG EFFIGY GREENSTONE. PRE-COLUMBIAN, COSTA RICA. 500- 800 AD. Length: 2 3/4" Width: 2 1/2" Thick: 1" Weight: 6.1 oz Acquired from a private estate sale in Bel Air. California-the collector had an extensive collection of Costa Rican antiquities, including this greenstone frog effigy, whose style, carving form suggests a date between 500 and 800 AD. The squat/flat carving shows a frog with deep-cut grooves. Crouching legs, face and mouth. Abrasion streaks, cuts, dings and some bottom pitting noted. That said, this piece clearly has been taken care of for the patina is somewhat still visible along the rear of the artifact. Frog mythology throughout Central America is remarkably uniform: their croaking was associated with thunder/ rainfall-hence. Something to be desired in times of drought-which DID happen in that contemporary ... morerainy area. They were also venerated because of their peculiar transitional life: from swimming tadpole to hopping frog-this fed into many Central American folklore about life/death/rebirth. This is a beautiful frog effigy stone from a very ancient Central American culture.
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EFFIGY HEAD PENDANT, COSTA RICA, PRE-COLUMBIAN
EFFIGY HEAD PENDANT. COSTA RICA. PRE-COLUMBIAN Height: 2 1/2" Width: 2" Depth: 1 1/4" Weight: 6.1 oz This stone effigy head pendant was acquired at a private Bel Air estate mansion sale. The owner. A former 1960s television producer, had an extensive collection of Costa Rican antique stone tools, ceremonial pieces, and grinding stone bowls. This is an absolutely RARE and highly unusual stone pendant. Carved from a green-tinted stone. This artifact has grooves etched into the face, revealing a prominent, triangular nose, grooved lips and left ear. Examining this piece closely reveals the pendant holes drilled into the top/rear of the piece. When dangled from a string the entire effigy head lists to the right-now, note the right ear area: it is severely worn down, no doubt due to years of swinging/ rubbing against sweat infused ... morechest-skin. Minor abrasion streaks and wear/use patterns. Some chinks/dings along rear. The piece is DAMNED heavy to be wearing around the neck for long periods. But that is exactly what the wear-patterns on this artifact suggest. Why bother? This pendant is clearly an effigy piece, perhaps of an ancestor/god to offer protection.from enemies in battle? Something drove this person to attach this dangling stone from his/her neck. This is an ASTONISHINGLY RARE. Clearly personal neck ornament used by ancient Mayans in the Costa Rican area at some dim, prehistoric past time. Own what another owned! Posted with
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FACE VESSEL, GAYO POLYCHROME, AD 500 - 1000, GUANACASTE PROVINCE, COSTA RICA
FACE VESSEL. GAYO POLYCHROME, AD 500- 1000, GUANACASTE PROVINCE. COSTA RICA Height: 9 3/4" Width: 7 1/2" Outer Rim Diameter: 5" Weight: 3 lbs 9.7 oz This is a RARE. And currently, impossible to get tripod leg face vessel from the Nicoya region of Costa Rica's Guanacaste Province-on the northwestern side of the country facing the Pacific Ocean. This pot is in very good condition! Minor nicks. Cuts, dings along tripod feet as would be expected. This globular pot with long neck features a relief-extended shut-eyed face with arms holding a tablet with strange markings on it: two vertical cluster of lines with a set of four horizontal between. It is done in the Gayo Polychrome style which dates it somewhere between AD 500 and 1000. Beautiful red-orange glaze is still present throughout the tan-brown base. On the rear are two ... morekneeling warriors holding what appears to be a head with feather dress. Spirit like designs flow above this object. The entire motif on this pot screams satisfaction and/or release(as in death) from the front large-nosed serene face to the somewhat sad-faced. Eyes looking upwards kneeling warriors-a confusing mix of emotion that clearly needs the cultural context to understand what the hell is going on here. This cultural phase of Nicoya Polychrome ceramics took off: everyone apparently wanted what these artisans produced-they are found up/down the coast. But what is also known from this time-based on burial goods-is the existence of ritual specialists with shamanistic powers. This pot falls right into that category. It appears to be a ritualistic. Ceremonial vessel used in some fashion with death/sacrifice/contentment. What strange and bizarre customs did these people practice! But then again. Future urban archeologists will look at some aspect of our glorious 21st century American culture and ask themselves WTF. Included here is a Certificate of Authenticity utilizing the latest technology for artifact analysis- Optically Stimulated Luminescence(OSL) technology. The original.
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Ancient Pre-Columbian Terracotta Vessel of Female Figure, Costa Rica
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VTG POTTERY BOWL, MYTHICAL CREATURES, COSTA RICA CHOROTEGA, PRE COLUMBIAN STYLE
You are bidding on this large vintage Chorotega Bowl from Costa Rica. Made by Indigenous peoples. It is decorated with 3 jaguar, or mythical heads, along with traditional archaic motifs. This is circa 1950‘s- 1960‘s, as was told by owner. She is in her 90‘s now, and recalls visiting Costa Rica during this period. While a very beautiful piece of pottery, there are firing flaws/ age cracks mostly where the heads adjoin the vessel. Please use zoom features as they are fairly apparent, and show underneath mostly. There are two other nicks in the bowl, look done at time of making. This piece is approx. 12“ diameter, the heads at another inch outward. 8“ tall. This is a very beautiful pre columbian style piece. No reserve. Thanks and best to you. NOTE PRICE REDUCED FROM 68.00. SALE LISTING ENDS JUNE.
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Pre Columbian basalt stone vessel with a handle animalhead, Costa Rica Nicoya
Authentic and interesting vessel with a handle in the shape of a animal head. Costa Rica. Guanacaste-Nicoya zone. Origin(made in) Costa Rica. Material: basalt stone. Date: 800-1550 AD. Provenance: Private collection collection from the Netherland. Mist. Noot, Arnhem This week we will sell a private collection of all kind of antiquities from Mexico etc, collected in the 1960-1990. Size: High: 10.8 cm/ 4.3'inch. Wide: 23 cm/ 9.1'inch. Description: A very interesting and nice quality vessel with a handle in the shape of a animal head. see pictures. Condition: Good. no repairs or cracks. Some wear of old age. Nice patina of old age. See pictures. Information: The items what I sell on ebay are 100% Autentic and I gife you a guarantee for a lifetime. To see our other items click here! We are located in Amsterdam. The Netherlands. Questions: ... moreWe will answer your questions as soon as possible[click here] Collection: We are listing antiquities several times a week[click here] Paying: We prefer PayPal. Other possibilities by mutual arrangement. Rates: We use the same exchange rates as those used and shown by Ebay. Feedback: We give our feedback immediately after buyer's payment. Packaging: We don't charge. Shipping: Buyer pays shipping costs depending on buyer's requests. Recommendation: We recommend our clients Worldpack from TPG(0-2000 grammes: $30.50) Insurance: Worldpack includes priority shipment and insurance. To give you an idea of the shipping prices: Weight Europe World 0- 250 grammes € 7.50 $ 16.50 250- 500 grammes € 8.50 $ 22.50 500- 1000 grammes € 11.50 $ 30.50 1000- 2000 grammes € 14.50 $ 30.50 Guarantee: We give a full money back guarantee. If the object does not fit the description; just let us know within 30 days after receiving the object. You send the item back and we will return the price you paid(shipping excluded) Please contact us if you have any questions or answers! Powered by
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VTG POTTERY BOWL LIZARD COSTA RICA CHOROTEGA, PRE COLUMBIAN STYLE - SIGNED
Vintage Costa Rico Pottery Reads"San Vincente. Costa Rica" on the Bottom and is signed"Harry" Very unique design! Great Condition. Measures 6" in diameter Any questions feel free to ask! Thanks for looking and please take a look at our other auctions! RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*a4%601gc%3E-14795a7f30b-0x10b-
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PRE-COLUMBIAN TERRACOTTA POTTERY PERU MEXICO COSTA RICA BOOK
Pre-columbian Terracottas by Franco Monti. Published in 1966/1969. Paul Hamlyn, London, New York, Sydney, Toronto. Hardcover, 7.5" x 5" in very good condition, with the previous owners bookplate inside. The dustjacket is also in very good condition with some light scuffing. Has 158 pages with 71 different pieces of Pottery pictured in full page color photographs. Contains objects that reveal the sprit of the strange cultures thatproduced them. Mysterious figures of gods and mythical animals contrast with grimly realistic prisoners and warriors. It's also one of the mysteries of Precolumbian art that the earliest objects are as technically advanced as the latter ones, a fact which can be seen in the illustrations. Features the most pieces from Mexico, with the rest from Peru, Columbia, Costa Rica, Etc. Contains an interesting ... moreand informative text, along with descriptions given for each piece shown. This is an excellent reference book to add to your collection. Buyer to pay shipping costs, with combined shipping available if more than one item purchased. Check my other listings for more reference books and catalogs. Thanks for looking!
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PRE-COLUMBIAN COSTA RICA JADE CARVED FIGURES BEADS BOOK
Costa Rican Precolumbian Jade(Jade Precolombino de Costa Rica) Published in 1980 by the Instituto Nacional de Seguros. San Jose, Costa Rica to coincide with the exhibition held. The text is in English and Spanish. Soft cover, 8.5" x 9.5" in very good condition. The covers are also in very good condition with some light scuffing, and a small price sticker on the back cover. Has 128 pages with 160 different pieces of jade pictured in color photographs. Contents include: Map of Mesoamerica; Foreword; Introduction; Guanacaste's Jade; The Jades of the Atlantic Watershed and Central Area; The Costa Rican Archaeological Regions; The Lapidary Process of the Costa Rican Aboriginal; and Materials. Contains examples of a variety of different objects, ornaments, jewelry, beads, etc. along with descriptions given for each piece shown. The ... moreobjects are all shown in beautiful close photographs. No longer in print, this is an excellent reference book to add to your collection. Buyer to pay shipping costs, with combined shipping available if more than one item purchased. Check my other listings for more reference books and catalogs, including others with Pre-Columbian Art. Thanks for looking!
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Pre Columbian Glazed Clay Terracotta Tribal Mask Costa Rica Iguana Large 17"
Amazing pre columbian replica( glazed clay terra-cotta mask featuring large face with iguana( on top and another smaller figure in hat attached to chin. Wired for hanging. Inside is taped note by previous owner. We understand it was purchased in 2000 but we don't know when it was made. Amazing details and color. Quite heavy. Great condition except for one ear of the small figure seems to be reglued. Not visibly offensive. Measures approx. 17" H x 10"W PLEASE NOTE THAT WE SELL VINTAGE ITEMS. WHICH ARE EXPECTED TO SHOW WEAR DUE TO AGE. PLEASE CHECK ALL THE IMAGES BEFORE YOU BID! WE POINT OUT WHATEVER MARKS AND IMPERFECTIONS We COULD FIND IN THE PICTURES. Ask questions. We want you to bid with confidence. PAYPAL ONLY*INTERNATIONAL BUYERS. Please contact for shipping cost. Buyers from Hawaii and Alaska please contact before buying ... morefor shipping cost. We are growing our business so please leave us positive feedback after receiving item. WE AIM TO PLEASE; If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase. Please contact us before leaving feedback!
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METATE: PREHISTORIC; GUANACASTE-NICOYA REGION, COSTA RICA
METATE: PREHISTORIC; GUANACASTE-NICOYA REGION. COSTA RICA Height: 9 1/2" Length: 16" Width: 10 3/4" Weight: 32 lbs 9 oz Carved from basalt rock. This TRIPOD LEG metate(grinding platform) came from the Nicoya region of Costa Rica's Guanacaste Province-on the northwestern side of the country facing the Pacific Ocean. The long sloping basin-worn smooth through extensive use-is perched on three carved stone legs: the taller leg allows the user to effortlessly lift the metate up to empty its contents. Metates were used to grind maize and other foodstuffs. Certain ancient rituals must have incorporated this activity and required special metates to be created for this purpose. Carved in volcanic stone. This object has been carefully sculpted to create a gorgeous platform tray. Minor chink along one corner. Lower end of platform ... morehas a nice polish. The result of serious grinding. Its function as a surface for grinding maize. A staple food of the region from which it comes. Own a piece of our Western Hemisphere's ancient past. The extreme weight of this artifact necessitates double boxing as well as much padding. Every effort will be made to lower the shipping cost for the successful bidder-in other words. If you win this astonishing artifact, WAIT for us to invoice the LOWEST shipping price once it is fully packed.
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PRE-COLUMBIAN ART of COSTA RICA BOOK GOLD JADE POTTERY JEWELRY
Gold. Jade, Forest Costa Rica. Published in 1995 by the Art Museum of Americas, to coincide with the exhibition held. The exhibition was organized by the Museo Nacional de Costa Rica. The text is in English and Spanish. Soft cover, 10" x 9.5" in very good condition, with a tiny corner crease to a few pages. The covers are also in very good condition with some light scuffing. Has 107 pages with 142 different items pictured in small b/w photographs, and 26 of them shown again in color. The Table of Contents is shown in a photograph. Contains examples of a variety of different objects, gold ornaments, jewelry, jade and gold pendants, pottery, stone carvings, etc. along with descriptions given for each piece shown. No longer in print, this is an excellent reference book to add to your collection. Buyer to pay shipping costs, with combined ... moreshipping available if more than one item purchased. Check my other listings for more reference books and catalogs, including others with Pre-Columbian Art. Thanks for looking!
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10-Pc LARGE LOT CELTS Adze Axe Pre-Columbian Artifacts Costa Rica Nicoya (LOT#2)
These. And many items I will be listing in the next days, came from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. These items belong to a friend of mine who obtained them approx 50-years ago when he lived& traveled extensively in the region. All items have been evaluated for authenticity(approx 45yrs ago) and/or identification by a curator at UCLA. There is no current documentation available. Many of the photos required utilization of camera flash. Thus many of the photos may appear mildly"washed out" or lighter than actual color. I have provided dimensions in photos. Items will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. And ALL items will be insured& require signature upon delivery. I will be listing a number of Pre-Columbian artifacts; all from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. In addition. I will be listing a few antique/vintage ... moreitems from a Coastal Region near Acapulco, Mexico. Check in often and add me to your FAVORITE SELLERS list. I list NEW ITEMS constantly! THANK YOU* PAYMENT DUE WITHIN 48-HOURS OF PURCHASE* If payment is not received. An" Unpaid Item Case" will be opened. I regret these restrictions. But this is the result of Buyers who haven't followed thru on their purchases. THANK YOU!
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Gorgeous Clay Pottery Bowl Marked #7 G.E. Leighton Nicoya Costa Rica - 4 3/4" D
For sale is a gorgeous piece of clay. This beautiful bowl measures 4 3/4" in diameter and approximately 2" deep. It is marked G.E. Leighton Nicoya Costa Rica in white paint. The number#7 has also been marked on the bowl. Please see pictures as there are white spots on the inside of the bowl. Also there is wear on the rim. It appears to be in wonderful condition considering its age. Please see pictures for close ups. Thank you for checking out my auction and please let me know if you have any questions. The details: We are happy to combine orders to save you on shipping charges. Please contact us if you are unhappy with your purchase. We have a return policy and would like to work with you before negative feedback is left. We describe our items to the best of our ability. Please email with any questions you may have. International ... moreShippers please note that we will ship Priority International through the USPS. International shipping costs are substantially higher and the buyer is responsible for any customs fees that you may be charged. Our shipping charges do include costs for packaging supplies and processing. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE NOTE. We are very appreciative of our international customers. However. Please be aware that; We will not falsify customs forms by stating that the item you have won is a gift or by stating its value at a fraction of what it really is. Please expect to have to pay customs charges and any related fees. We do not know the customs charges in your country and are in no way responsible for them. Additionally. Packages can be held up in customs and take longer than expected for arrival. Unfortunately, we have no control over that. Please be sure you have read these statements and only bid on our items if you agree with them. Thank you very much for your understanding.
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2 Pre Columbian PENDANTS Carved Stone FIGURE Axe God Birdman Costa Rica Nicoya
This. And many items I will be listing in the next days, came from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. These items belong to a friend of mine who obtained them approx 50-years ago when he lived& traveled extensively in the region. All items have been evaluated for authenticity(approx 45yrs ago) and/or identification by a curator at UCLA. There is no current documentation available. Many of the photos required utilization of camera flash. Thus many of the photos may appear mildly"washed out" or lighter than actual color. I have provided dimensions in photos. THE BROWN PENDANT IS QUITE INTERESTING. AS THEY USED THE NATURAL GROOVES IN THE STONE AS THE ARM SHAPE. Items will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. And ALL items will be insured& require signature upon delivery. I will be listing a number of Pre-Columbian artifacts; ... moreall from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. In addition. I will be listing a few antique/vintage items from a Coastal Region near Acapulco, Mexico. Check in often and add me to your FAVORITE SELLERS list. I list NEW ITEMS constantly! THANK YOU* PAYMENT DUE WITHIN 48-HOURS OF PURCHASE* If payment is not received. An" Unpaid Item Case" will be opened. I regret these restrictions. But this is the result of Buyers who haven't followed thru on their purchases. THANK YOU!
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Pre-Columbian Basalt Stone figure .99NR - Costa Rica Artifact - Tiki Relic!
Pre-Columbian Basalt Stone Carving Height: 5.85" 15cm Width: 3.16" 7.8cm Depth: 2.25" 5.8cm Weight unboxed: 1lb 5.25oz Originally purchased from respected ethnographic artifact dealer Mound City Relics in Fenton. Missouri. Handsomely carved from a single piece of basalt stone, this Prehistoric figure is a superb example of the ancient Pre-Columbian artistry of Costa Rica. He is a beautifully stylized relic, executed with deeply carved two-dimensional forms, and captures the wonderful character of this ancient culture. Really displays beautifully, stands on his own. Black stand is not included, however. At the time of purchase, this piece was guaranteed to be authentic and dated from 500-1,500 A.D. Costa Rica. It was given an estimated value of $500 at that time, approximately eleven years ago. Please note: not being an expert ... moremyself. I cannot personally guarantee the age of this piece. Please check photos carefully for reference, and ask me for additional images if required. Winning bidder requested to pay within 2 days from end of auction. Winning bidder please pay by PayPal only. Will combine shipping for Multiple Items. Any Questions? Please just Ask. All Sales are Final and items are sold As Is. Many thanks for taking the time to view my listing!
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