TEOTHUACAN STONE MASK
MEXICO, C. 200 - 700 A.D.
Estimate: £8,000 - £12,000
Auction: 13 March 2025 from 13:00 GMT
Description
carved and polished greenstone, of rectangular form with drilled almond eyes, a broad nose, and an incised mouth, the surface exhibits signs of wear and age-related patination, two perforations to the sides, likely for attachment, raised on a bespoke mount
Dimensions
21cm tall
Provenance
Ex. Kevin Downs Fine Arts, Kensington
Private collection, Paris, France, acquired from the above