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Large, rare Chupicuaro Female Figure

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Description

Large, 14-1/4”H. pre-Columbian hollow pottery standing female Chupicuaro figure holding both hands to her chest. Depicted with an elongated head, open mouth with individually applied teeth, large incised eyes and wearing ear spools. Cream ground with red painted geometric facial decoration, poncho and lower leg bands. Scattered surface deposits. A rare and impressive example. Custom Lucite base.
Provenance: Ex. Mort Lipkin Collection, acquired in London, 1970s, Ex- Arte Primitivo Gallery NY,NY, Ex- Knox Artifacts Gallery
This is a 100% authentic Chupicuaro sculpture, not like the ones recently listed up for auction.

Condition

Both legs have been professionally reattached, left leg repaired from two original pieces, and a small restored chip under her left eye, otherwise intact.

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Large, rare Chupicuaro Female Figure

Name: Large, rare Chupicuaro Female Figure
SKU: 33282704
Price: 15000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $15,000 - $20,000

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Starting Price $8,500

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