Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD Stone, Calcite Zemi Idol - 6 cm
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Taíno Zemi Idol, a calcite incised figure from the Taíno culture (10th–15th century AD), 6 cm high in excellent condition.
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Taíno Incised Figure in Mottled Beige Stone – 10th to 15th Century AD
A small Taíno figure from the Dominican Republic, carved in mottled beige stone with pale veins and darker brown patches. The rounded upper section bears a stylised face with a triangular nose. An incised geometric band separates it from the wider lower section, which carries paired rectangular motifs. Two small perforations are visible on the reverse. The veining and colour are consistent with a calcareous stone as calcite, though this remains unverified. Surface wear softens several incised details.
Material: Calcite.
Dimensions: 6 cm height.
Weight: 48.92 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.
Taíno Incised Figure in Mottled Beige Stone – 10th to 15th Century AD
A small Taíno figure from the Dominican Republic, carved in mottled beige stone with pale veins and darker brown patches. The rounded upper section bears a stylised face with a triangular nose. An incised geometric band separates it from the wider lower section, which carries paired rectangular motifs. Two small perforations are visible on the reverse. The veining and colour are consistent with a calcareous stone as calcite, though this remains unverified. Surface wear softens several incised details.
Material: Calcite.
Dimensions: 6 cm height.
Weight: 48.92 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.
Details
Culture
Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD
Century/timeframe
10th to 15th Century AD
Name of object
Zemi Idol
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Calcite, Stone
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
6 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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