Heavy Vintage Deity Head, South American, Carved Crystal, Gilt Metal, Artefact

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Stock no. 24803


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This is a heavy vintage deity head. A South American, carved crystal and gilt metal decorative artefact, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950

  • Highly distinctive and fascinatingly heavy skull in the Inca or Pre-Columbian manner
  • Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order throughout
  • Profusely carved form, with an exaggerated skull depth
  • Adorned with quality un-hallmarked soft yellow metal
  • Ovoid eyes adorned with smaller grimacing faces
  • Large wolf like figure at the side, with a gilt finished head and snake's head to the tail
  • Substantial weight in the hand at 13.85kg (30.5 lb)

This is a fascinating vintage deity head, with a striking form and heft. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 18cm (7'')
Max Depth: 29cm (11.5'')
Max Height: 21cm (8.25'')