Arts of Africa, Oceania and the Americas - 20 Sep 2023
A Taino figural amulet
A Taino figural amulet
Dominican Republic, circa 1000 - 1400 AD
shell, carved as a head with clenched teeth, recessed eye sockets and headband, with a long body and feet, the side drilled for attachment,
2.1cm high.
Provenance
David Bernstein, New York.