From Native America and a collection dating to 1951, comes this unique old hand carved stone human effigy pipe figure idol , likely Hopewell culture with its bun head and ear spool features. It comes from a private mid west collection .
This ancient hand carved stone human effigy with a back pack or cradle on back is clearly inscribed on its back side with an old collection number: 321.4374.27 and on its bottom with the date 1951 and Spiro, Oklahoma.
The effigy carved from limestone or pipe stone in the round with substantial surface encrustation and patina appropriate to its great age.
Provenance: old mid west collection
Dimensions: 5.5 inches high
All stone human effigy carvings from Native America past are scarce and most desirable.
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Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:StoneHand-Carved
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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:15th Century and Earlier
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
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Reference Number:Seller: LU1289218761602
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