Lot 104

Aztec / Mixtec Tlaloc Seated Figure, ex-David Harner

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Aztec / Mixtec Tlaloc Seated Figure, ex-David Harner

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,250

Starting Bid: $750

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 11, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
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Oaxaca region, ca. late 15th - early 16th century. Carved gray volcanic stone sculpture depicting Tlaloc, the god of rain, sitting with legs crossed and resting his hands on his knees. Wearing a headdress with wide lappets and a head band of circular elements, large ear spools and a large disc pendant on his chest. “Tlaloc, the deity of rain and water, whose worship was very old and widespread. By integrating local ideologies with that of the Mexica state, the Aztecs assimilated disparate groups into their expanding social, political, and economic structures.”- Walters Museum. Size: 12.25”H x 8.125”W (31.1 x 20.6cm).

Provenance: Private Nevada collection, ex. Dr. David Harner collection, Arkansas, 1950’s - 1960’s.

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Item # 71472

  • Condition: A repaired diagonal break line across his back, and some minor scattered restored small chips, surface once cleaned, otherwise intact.

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