Taíno Jadeite Idol – Taíno Culture – 10th to 15th Century AD Finely carved Taíno idol executed in jadeite, depicting a stylized anthropomorphic figure with prominent circular eyes, schematic facial features, and a compact body rendered in a distinctly geometric manner. The dark jadeite displays attractive natural mineral inclusions and a well-developed surface patina, while the carefully incised details reflect the artistic conventions of Taíno ceremonial sculpture. Small perforations on the reverse suggest suspension or ritual use, emphasizing the object’s symbolic and ceremonial significance. Jadeite carvings were highly valued throughout the pre-Columbian Caribbean and are among the most desirable forms of Taíno artistic expression. This example combines excellent preservation, clear iconographic features, and a compact yet powerful design characteristic of Taíno religious objects from the late pre-Hispanic period. Comparable jadeite idols are increasingly scarce on the international market. Material: Jadeite Dimensions: 58 × 24 × 18 mm Weight: 32.63 g Provenance: Acquired in Germany, from an old private German collection acquired in the 1980s. All items come with CoA.