October 13, 2021 Online Catalog

49 - PRE-COLUMBIAN OLMEC SERPENTINE MASK

Pre-Columbian Olmec serpentine mask, mesmerizing maskette carved from serpentine, expertly carved details including signature Olmec traits such as downturned jaguar mouth and downturned eyes, the attention to detail is impressive, holes drilled on the ear lobes indicate this was worn as a decoration. Age: 500-800 A.D. Measures 10" L x 5 1/4" W. Weighs 7 lb., 5 oz.

Pre-sale estimate $4000 - 8000