Monumental Pestle.
Region / Tribe: Central California / attributed to the Pomo.
Circa: Early – pre-contact.
Material: Dense hard stone.
Dimension: L. 28 ½” x H. in middle 3 ½”.
Collection History: Acquired from a collector in California.
Condition: Overall excellent, ritually broken, reattached with glue and formally restored subsequently.
Comments: Ritual brake is associated with the spirit of the owner/deceased. This is an extremely large and refined example in excellent condition.
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Dimensions:Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
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Style:Native American(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Stone
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Place of Origin:United States
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Period:15th Century and Earlier
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Date of Manufacture:Unknown
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Condition:ExcellentWear consistent with age and use. Overall excellent. Ritually broken, reattached with glue and formally restored subsequently.
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Seller Location:Santa Fe, NM
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Reference Number:Seller: LU116023881442
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