Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD Stone, Serpentine Zemi Idol - 6.9 cm

Taíno Anthropomorphic Pin in Black Stone – 10th to 15th Century AD A Taíno carved pin from the Dominican Republic, with a stylised human head above a slender body tapering to a point. Incised bands mark the head, while raised features define the eyes, nose and lips. A small perforation is visible at the side of the head. The dense-looking black stone has a smooth polish, with lighter abrasion along the carvings and minor scratches on the tapering section. Material: Serpentine Dimensions: 6.9 cm height. Weight: 16.83 gr. Provenance: Acquired in 2025 from a German collection formed in the 1980, then by descendant. We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email. This item has been legally acquired under European Law.

Estimate:£335.03

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