Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
Jun 1, 2019
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The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 3141:
Pre-Columbian Maya Moulded Rattle Figure
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Start price:
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Estimated price:
$300 - $400
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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250-900 AD
A moulded terracotta rattle formed as a squatting warrior wearing an elaborate headdress and collar, holding a club in both hands; pierced to front, back and underside. 432 grams, 20cm (8"). Fine condition. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Property of a Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK collector; formerly with Woolley & Wallis, September 2017, Lot 33; accompanied by the original invoice.
Literature
See Winning, H. Pre Columbian Art of Mexico and Central America, New York, 1969, page 321 for a range of moulded figurines from the late classic period.
