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Columbia River Ancient Massive Carved Stone Nine Effigies Ceremonial Bowl Mortar, 15.5 in high
$8,500.00
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From Native America’s Northwest coast comes this substantial and unique ancient hand carved granite stone ceremonial bowl or mortar possessing nine (9) human like heads within a circular double band, Columbia River.
It comes from a private Colorado collection.
The stone hand carved from a large granite river pebble, with multiple effigies possibly Human or Shaman Masks, – a popular ancient Columbia river icon, dates to 1000 AD or older.
The effigy carved from a heavy granite boulder in the round with substantial patina and surface encrustation appropriate to its great age. An old collection label is visible near its pointed base
Provenance: old Colorado collection
Dimensions: 15.5 inches high and 9.5 inches at its thickest mid section, heavy
Nine (9) heads are carved between a linear double band
All native American stone human effigy carvings are scarce and this one is exceptionally rare.
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