Trophy head
Designed as a real sculpture, this... Lot 39
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Trophy head
Designed as a real sculpture, this emaciated head presents prominent cheekbones and hollowed out eye sockets, while the thin lips open in the form of a rictus, revealing the teeth. The back is treated with realism revealing the cranial sutures.
Terracotta with bright orange slip.
Maya culture, Mexico
450 - 750 AD
H. 17 - l. 18 - Th. 15 cm
Provenance:
- Collection of M. Eisenbeth, Paris. Acquired from the Pierre-Eric Becker gallery in 1994.
A certificate of authenticity of 20.09.94, will be given to the buyer.
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