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Choice Mayan Eccentric of a Scorpion, Obsidian browse these categories for related items... Directory: Archives:Regional Art:Americas:Pre Columbian: Pre AD 1000: Item # 499897
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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 piece is shaped like an abstract scorpion, a popular motif for eccentrics. However, most are rendered in flint or chert, which are considerably less attractive than this stunning obsidian piece! AGE: 150-900 AD CONDITION: In great shape save for minor loss to the front of the scorpion's right "claw." DIMENSIONS: 3.75" long (9.5 cm) |
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