Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD Stone, Serpentine Zemi Idol - 5.8 cm
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Taíno Zemi Idol mask in serpentine, about 5.8 cm high, dating to the 10th–15th century AD, in excellent condition with official authenticity.
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Taíno Mask in Serpentine – 10th to 15th Century AD
A Taíno carved mask from the Dominican Republic, made from a dark green to nearly black stone with a glossy, mottled surface. A pointed crown rises above incised forehead bands. Oval eyes, a prominent nose and full lips project from the face, with stepped details at either side. The reverse is largely plain. The colour and lustre suggest serpentine as a possibility, but cannot confirm it. Fine scratches, lighter abrasions and an irregular area around the nose are visible.
Material: Serpentine
Dimensions: 5.8 cm height.
Weight: 51.47
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 Mask in Serpentine – 10th to 15th Century AD
A Taíno carved mask from the Dominican Republic, made from a dark green to nearly black stone with a glossy, mottled surface. A pointed crown rises above incised forehead bands. Oval eyes, a prominent nose and full lips project from the face, with stepped details at either side. The reverse is largely plain. The colour and lustre suggest serpentine as a possibility, but cannot confirm it. Fine scratches, lighter abrasions and an irregular area around the nose are visible.
Material: Serpentine
Dimensions: 5.8 cm height.
Weight: 51.47
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
Serpentine, Stone
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
5.8 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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