
The Guennol Mapuche Stone Scepter
The Guennol Mapuche Stone Scepter is a pre Columbian artifact crafted by the Mapuche people of South America, likely dating to the period before Spanish conquest. Carved from a single piece of stone, the scepter features an anthropomorphic head with distinctive facial features and geometric patterns that reflect the artistic conventions and spiritual beliefs of Mapuche culture. This object represents both a functional ceremonial implement and a significant example of indigenous South American sculptural achievement.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Art of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas
October 11, 2024
Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000
Lot 31
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