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Basalt Sculpture of a Standing Man - PF.4234
Origin: Costa Rica
Circa: 500
AD
to 1000
AD
Dimensions:
11.75" (29.8cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Basalt
$7,500.00
Location: United States
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This fantastic stoic man captures our attention
immediately. He stands proud and assured to his
audience of onlookers. Though the anatomy is
simple, musculature is shown with carving along
the chest area, right into the gray, volcanic
stone. He is holding onto two rattles. The shape
of the object also serves as the curvature of his
breastbone. This fabulous musician holds rattles
with enlarged, rounded tops in each hand. His
face is tilted slightly upwards and his features are
solid and pronounced. His head is adorned with a
cap that is a trait of regional identity amongst
tribes. This sculpture combines the powerful
forces of artistic ingenuity with ritual imagery.
The entire composition is rhythmical without
hearing the music. Such an extraordinary
depiction certainly belongs to a person of high
rank and authority in society. As a whole, the
statue successfully captivates his audience with
intrigue, while still maintaining the grace and
elegance of a work of art.
- (PF.4234)
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