Code: 0426
Description: A good-sized soapstone figure with horizontal incised slit eyes and mouth, the arms held across the chest, with two horizontal bands beneath. Some minor chips and inoffensive wear, particularly on the reverse, otherwise condition good and a nice tactile example.
Size: 160 mm/6.3 ins. in height
Culture: Guerrero, Mexico
Date: c. 500 B.C. - 300 A.D.
Provenance: With Bonhams, Tribal Art Sale, Knightsbridge, London, 11 December 2003 (Sale no. 10377) (Part of Lot 150).
