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Ca. 200 BC - 200 AD
Description:A very large and very detailed seated Nayarit male from the west coast of Mexico. Shown seated on a bench, the representation of the two rear legs in a typical hand to mouth pose. Large decorative ear spools and excellently detailed hair pulled back in a pony tail with the addition of two side locks of hair at top. The surface is nicely burnished (stone polished). The male sits nude with well detailed leg muscles and remains of black paint, an excellent example. Manganese / dendrite deposits on the surface. Legally purchased from a private collection. Legal release and disclosure papers included.
Condition: Two legs at rear of bench re-attached, else perfect. No plaster present.
Dimension: Height: 13.5 inches Width: 6.75 inches
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