Published Pre-Columbian Bahia Mother and Child Figure symbolizing safe return and divine

symbolizing safe return and divine guidance

A finely carved Pre-Columbian jade axe god pendant from ancient Costa Rica

circular headbands adorned with ring motifs and large earflares — emblems of status and divine authority — and display the inward gaze and open mouth associated with the breath of sacred fire

The terracotta figure retains extensive original burial accretions across the surface

An excellent historical piece and a classic addition to any collection of Byzantine or medieval coinage

Published Pre-Columbian Bahia Mother and Child Figure symbolizing safe return and divinePre Columbian Bahia Mother and Child Figure Ecuador, Los Esteros Bahia phase, ca. 500 B. C. 100CE A rare and published ceramic figure depicting a stylized mother holding a child, rendered in a distinctive abstracted form characteristic of Bahia sculptural tradition. The figure displays exaggerated facial features, including large, protruding eyes and a prominent nose, with a compact body and simplified anatomical treatment. The child is cradled