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Authentic Central American Jade Pre-Columbian Amulet - Anthropomorphic Figure
$365.00
Code: PCCR041
Size: 1 1/2” x 2 ¾” (4 x 7 cms)
Galeria Namu works with artisans who one might call “reformed” tomb raiders – although some indigenous tomb raiding (‘huaquerismo’ in Spanish) probably persists for the black market (Costa Rica made it illegal in the 80’s), on the whole, this activity has ceased.
The former tomb raiders are left with an excellent knowledge of how original artifacts should look, as well as, in some cases, how to 'stress' their reproductions, making them look ancient.
The reproductions craftsmen that we work with are the same that the national museums of Costa Rica employ when they need replicas made. Their craft is such that they could easily fool many experts regarding authenticity due to their eye for detail and faithfully copied aesthetic.
This attractive speckled green jade amulet represents an anthropomorphic figure possibly an clan ancestor, shaman, or a famous leader. Costa Rica Pacific Northwest/Caribbean watershed, CE 350-800.
Size: 1 1/2” x 2 ¾” (4 x 7 cms)
Galeria Namu works with artisans who one might call “reformed” tomb raiders – although some indigenous tomb raiding (‘huaquerismo’ in Spanish) probably persists for the black market (Costa Rica made it illegal in the 80’s), on the whole, this activity has ceased.
The former tomb raiders are left with an excellent knowledge of how original artifacts should look, as well as, in some cases, how to 'stress' their reproductions, making them look ancient.
The reproductions craftsmen that we work with are the same that the national museums of Costa Rica employ when they need replicas made. Their craft is such that they could easily fool many experts regarding authenticity due to their eye for detail and faithfully copied aesthetic.
This attractive speckled green jade amulet represents an anthropomorphic figure possibly an clan ancestor, shaman, or a famous leader. Costa Rica Pacific Northwest/Caribbean watershed, CE 350-800.