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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 142

Lot 142

Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.

Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.
Lot 142 Details
Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.

the skeletal God of the Dead and Lord of Mictlan depicted seated, with arms crossed on knees
height 11.5 in — 29.2 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.
  • Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.
  • Totonac (Veracruz) Pottery Figure of Mictlāntēcutli, South East Mexico, 600 - 900 A.D.

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condiiton.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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