TrigonoLite representing the deity Yukahu. - TRIGONOLITE representing the deity Yukahu - Taíno culture - Dominican Republic
Opens 08 December
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 330 - € 400
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Description from the seller
TRIGONOLITE representing the deity Y *ukahu.
The body fits into the triangular shape of the stone. The head dominates the composition with an open mouth and rough circular eyes that contrast with the finesse of the polish.
The back is adorned with complex geometric motifs with symbolic connotation.
Le Zémi, the main deity of the Taïno culture, protected the houses and brought prosperity to the inhabitants.
YUHAHU is the deity of the earth and cassava culture.
Museum-quality object
Light brown stone.
Taino Culture, Islands of Saint Domingue, 800 - 1500
Culture of the Small and Large Antilles in the Caribbean
Taino of the Dominican Republic
acquisition of 4/3/1987 (attached invoice)
TRIGONOLITE representing the deity Y *ukahu.
The body fits into the triangular shape of the stone. The head dominates the composition with an open mouth and rough circular eyes that contrast with the finesse of the polish.
The back is adorned with complex geometric motifs with symbolic connotation.
Le Zémi, the main deity of the Taïno culture, protected the houses and brought prosperity to the inhabitants.
YUHAHU is the deity of the earth and cassava culture.
Museum-quality object
Light brown stone.
Taino Culture, Islands of Saint Domingue, 800 - 1500
Culture of the Small and Large Antilles in the Caribbean
Taino of the Dominican Republic
acquisition of 4/3/1987 (attached invoice)
Details
Indigenous object name
TRIGONOLITE representing the deity Yukahu
No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Taíno culture
Country of Origin
Dominican Republic
Material
Stone
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
TrigonoLite representing the deity Yukahu.
Height
12.5 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Weight
0 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
