Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0716,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 900 BC,Dimensions: 4" (10.2cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Olmec,Medium:  More »

Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0716,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 900 BC,Dimensions: 4" (10.2cm) high x 3.5" (8.9cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Olmec,Medium: Jade.   « Less

Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0737,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 4.25" (10.8cm) high x 3.875" (9.8cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style:  More »

Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0737,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 4.25" (10.8cm) high x 3.875" (9.8cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Olmec,Medium: Jade.   « Less

Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0759,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: OlmecMedium:  More »

Olmec Jade Maskette - CK.0759,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: OlmecMedium: Jade.   « Less

Olmec Stone Maskette - CK.0760,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Olmec,Medium:  More »

Olmec Stone Maskette - CK.0760,Origin: Mesoamerica,Circa: 1200 BC to 500 BC,Dimensions: 2.5" (6.4cm) high x 2.5" (6.4cm) wide,Collection: Pre-Columbian,Style: Olmec,Medium: Stone. The Olmecs are generally considered to be the ultimate ancestor of all subsequent Mesoamerican civilisations. Thriving between about 1200 and 400 BC, their base was the tropical lowlands of south central Mexico, an area characterized by swamps punctuated by low hill ridges and volcanoes. Here the Olmecs practiced advanced farming techniques and constructed many permanent settlements. Their influence, both cultural and political, extended far beyond their boundaries; the exotic nature of Olmec designs became synonymous with elite status in other (predominantly highland) groups, with evidence for exchange of artefacts in both directions. Other than their art (see below), they are credited with the foundations of writing systems (the loosely defined Epi-Olmec period, c. 500 BC), the first use of the zero – so instrumental in the Maya long count vigesimal calendrical system – and they also appear to have been the originators of the famous Mesoamerican ballgame so prevalent among later cultures in the region.   « Less

The Olmec were a Pre-Columbian civilization living in the tropical lowlands of south-central Mexico, near the modern-day cities of Veracruz and Tabasco. The Olmec  More »

The Olmec were a Pre-Columbian civilization living in the tropical lowlands of south-central Mexico, near the modern-day cities of Veracruz and Tabasco. The Olmec flourished during Mesoamerica's Formative period, dating roughly from as early as 1500BCE to about 400 BCE. They were the first Mesoamerican civilization and laid many of the foundations for the civilizations that followed.[1] Among other "firsts", there is evidence that the Olmec practiced ritual bloodletting and played the Mesoamerican ballgame, hallmarks of nearly all subsequent Mesoamerican societies. The most familiar aspect of the Olmecs is their artwork, particularly the aptly-named colossal heads.[2] In fact, the Olmec civilization was first defined through artifacts purchased on the pre-Columbian art market in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Olmec artworks are considered among ancient America's most striking and beautiful, and among the world's masterpieces Jade face masks Another type of artifact is much smaller; hardstone carvings in jade of a face in a mask form. Curators and scholars refer to "Olmec-style" face masks as despite being Olmec in style, to date no example has been recovered in an archaeologically controlled Olmec context. However they have been recovered from sites of other cultures, including one deliberately deposited in the ceremonial precinct of Tenochtitlan (Mexico City), which would presumably have been about 2,000 years old when the Aztecs buried it, suggesting these were valued and collected as Roman antiquities were in Europe. mask real face size , 7 inces tall , 6 inches   « Less

A superb quality antique Pre-Columbian Olmec stone Celt axe Middle Preclassic, ca.900-600 BC made of dark black, polished hard stone (possibly Jade - chloromelanite) of tall  More »

A superb quality antique Pre-Columbian Olmec stone Celt axe Middle Preclassic, ca.900-600 BC made of dark black, polished hard stone (possibly Jade - chloromelanite) of tall expanding form, with slightly squared sides, and a sharpened edge. CONDITION: Showing its age and usage, some minor chips to the cutting edge, otherwise in good condition. DIMENSIONS: Length: 16.8 cm (6 5/8 in). Width in the widest point: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in). ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES AND NOT REPRODUCTIONS ALL OUR ARTIFACTS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY   « Less

A finely made ceremonial Jadeite Celt. Classic Olmec carved facial features. Guiding drill holes at the edges of the eye orbits and the bow shaped mouth. Nose and brow are in  More »

A finely made ceremonial Jadeite Celt. Classic Olmec carved facial features. Guiding drill holes at the edges of the eye orbits and the bow shaped mouth. Nose and brow are in relief and softened. The ears are straight tab type with drilled perforations. Also, the body is marked with light incisions. In contrast to the overall superb craftsmanship in producing these sculptures, the incisions are normally crude and sketchy as they appear here. Surface is well pitted and weathered. A break mid torso shows minor remnants of old glue with no restoration being applied. Measures over 5”/12.7 cm with metal stand. Outstanding piece. Discount on First Acquisition www.galeriacontici.net info@galeriacontici.net   « Less

Handsome Olmec Celt. Large fine green jade stone. Status piece. Measures 9 1/2" in hight. Intact. Comes with custom display stand. Guerrero Region, Mexico. 1200/400BC

Handsome Olmec Celt. Large fine green jade stone. Status piece. Measures 9 1/2" in hight. Intact. Comes with custom display stand. Guerrero Region, Mexico. 1200/400BC   « Less