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| Title: |
A Chinese stone mask made from sixteen separate pieces. Hongshan |
| Item Code: |
x2613 |
| Description: |
A Chinese stone mask made from sixteen separate pieces; eight pieces with drill holes for attachment. These masks were part of an array of amulets that covered the entire body of the deceased, in the belief that they would protect the body against decomposition while the spirit continued to live on. |
| Origin: |
Hongshan culture, circa 4700-2920 B.C. China |
| Dimensions: |
Full length of face: 24.7 cm / full width: 31.0 cm / smallest to largest pieces: 5.7 cm to 11.0 cm |
| Condition: |
Minor loss, otherwise fine condition |
| Price: |
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$5,500.00 |
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$3,850.00 |
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€2,915.00 |
| References: |
Scarpari, M. Splendours of Ancient China p97 |
| Status: |
Available |
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