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Art of Costa Rica : Pedestal with a Decorative Face
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Pedestal with a Decorative Face - PF.3132
Origin: Guanacaste, Nicoya, Costa Rica
Circa: 300
AD
to 500
AD
Dimensions:
8" (20.3cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
$6,300.00
Location: United States
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| Description |
There is a definite question with an ambiguous
answer to this decorative pedestal. What was it
used for? We can assume that it was a ritual
piece, but what was placed on top of it? The
answer remains for our imagination to decide.
The eyes on the mysterious face below the
circular rim gaze straight forward at us. The
expression appears rather stern and
authoritative due to its rigid cheek and chin
formations. The earspools may lead us to
believe that it is representing a noble person.
The geometric designs incised on the base and
cut out triangles and "crosses" may represent
complex cosmologies and beliefs which have
forever been forgotten. Although the precise
purpose and meaning remains unknown, the
inherent energy of this artistic pedestal
penetrates deeper into our psyches and creates a
new awareness of our own relationship with the
ancient past.
- (PF.3132)
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