MAYA PETEN SHELL CARVING ANCIENT SCENE(600-900 AD) Start Price USD 2,075.00 Current Price USD 2,075.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, July 03, 2008 End Time Sunday, July 13, 2008 Location Citrus Heights, California See more about 'MAYA PETEN SHELL CARVING ANCIENT SCENE(600-900 AD)' Description After many years of collecting well provenanced ancient Egyptian and Pre-Columbian art, I now have some great art, but not enough reserve cash. So it's time to give other collectors a chance to own some of these prized pieces. I bought this from a collector-dealer who specializes in rare Pre-Columbian art. This Maya masterpiece carving has been authenticated by Jackson Galleries and comes with their certificate. It is from the Peten area of Guetemala. On the left, a highly decorated warrior (perhaps a ruler) wearing a suit of jade, jaguar pelts and other finery, holds a severed trophy head. On the right, a highly decorated older individual (perhaps a shaman or ruler) seems to give blessings for the victory and pay homage. On his lap sits a box and presumably the head is to be handed over to the elder and placed within, after the ritual. A copal censer burns with rising plumes and a Maya triangular temple entrance is seen in the background, and perhaps a cenote. The very skilled artist used the contour of the ancient shell to maximize the effectiveness and dramatization of the ancient scene. 4 1/4". Pre-Columbian art-works of this caliber are exceedingly rare, and this artist was refined enough to offer work that is arguably better than what the Greeks & Romans had to offer. I host a forum for collectors and enthusiasts of authentic Egyptian & Pre-Columbian art. If interested, A link can be found by clicking on my "About Me" page. I guarantee authenticity and will give buyers 30 days to have item checked by a third party. Returns are only accepted if there is a legitimate authenticity concern. No California bidders please. With pre-Columbian items, I will not ship internationally. Thanks for looking!             Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!