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Original 1967 Mid-Century Maya Stone Rubbing – Palenque, Mexico (Framed)
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Private sellerGoes, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since June 2019 • 25 sales
Product description
A beautiful and unique historical artwork for lovers of mid-century modern, boho-chic, and ethnographic design. This is an original Maya temple stone rubbing, handmade in 1967 directly from the centuries-old limestone reliefs in the famous Maya city of Palenque (Chiapas, Mexico). This type of artwork became very popular in the 1960s and 70s, but its creation has been strictly prohibited by the Mexican government for decades to protect the monuments. This makes it a rare and sought-after vintage collector's item. The details: Subject: The detailed profile of a royal Maya priest or ruler wearing a traditional ceremonial headdress and jewelry. Inscription (past): Signed in the upper right corner by hand with: “Palenque - Sacerdote - Nicolette - 1967”. Provenance & Framing: The delicate paper was brought to the Netherlands as a souvenir and professionally framed by the renowned Hague quality shop G.D. van de Geer & Zn. Art Dealer and Frame Factory (with original label on the back). Condition: The work is in beautiful, authentic vintage condition. The paper has the characteristic, weathered appearance typical of a rub print from this period. The wooden frame has light, charming signs of use befitting its age of nearly 60 years. Includes glass plate. An atmospheric and characterful object that instantly adds warmth and history to a modern or eclectic interior.
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ConditionGoodColorsBeige, Black, GreyMaterialPaper, WoodNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight51 cmWidth34 cmSigns of usageScratches, Wrinkles
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About this seller
Private sellerGoes, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since June 2019 • 25 sales