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Perfect Mayan Eccentric of a Serpent Deity, Chalcedony browse these categories for related items... Directory: Archives:Regional Art:Americas:Pre Columbian: Pre AD 1000: Item # 499895
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Mayan eccentrics are tiny, fascinating works of art whose purpose is still poorly understood. Eccentrics are thin, finely-knapped ceremonial objects made of obsidian, chalcedony, flint or chert. They are typically assumed to have served ritual functions and are generally found in caches in ceremonial contexts. Eccentrics take many shapes, including real or mythological creatures and important symbols from the Mayan world. They were produced over a very wide time span with Classic period production becoming quite organized and localized to dedicated regions with suitable stones.
This particular eccentric was carved in the well-known shape of a serpent deity. It is beautifully worked in multiple tone, semi-translucent stone. AGE: 150-900 AD CONDITION: Absolutely perfect and rare in this size and condition. DIMENSIONS: 2.75" long (7 cm) |
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