#21 • Mesoamerican Style Figure Sculpture

Part of 03/22/26 Antique Treasures & Vintage Collectibles Kalaheo (Kauai) Part 1 Auction (timed auction by Malama Auctions & Realty)

High bid $55.00

Status: Sold

A striking Mesoamerican-inspired figure sculpture depicting a seated ceremonial figure adorned with an elaborate headdress and symbolic ornamentation. The design reflects stylistic elements often associated with ancient Aztec and Mayan iconography, including geometric facial features, ritual adornments, and layered headdress motifs representing deities, animals, or cosmic symbols. The figure is shown seated in a traditional posture with hands resting on the knees and detailed ceremonial attire across the torso. Above the figure rises a large ornate headdress featuring symbolic relief carvings reminiscent of temple or ceremonial imagery commonly found in Pre-Columbian art. This example appears to be crafted from a stone composite or crushed stone material, finished with a textured surface and turquoise-green patina coloration that evokes the look of weathered ancient stone or mineral inlay. Sculptures of this style are often produced as decorative art pieces inspired by archaeological artifacts from Central American civilizations.