Lot 2-334. Aztec Rattle.

Aztec Rattle. A rare Aztec rattle from Mexico, c. 1400 – 1500 AD. This fine little instrument is 1-7/8” long and has a thick loop handle. It is decorated with delicately incised designs and red paint. Most likely an offering representing drums associated with the Mesoamerican ballgame. Ex Alex Acevedo. Cf. Whittington “The Sport of Life and Death”, page 146. Value range $165 - $200..

 

Estimate:

$  165.00

Final Price:

$ 130.00 (5 bid(s))
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Bidding closed (Tuesday, 17 Dec 2013, 14:46:00)
Current time: Thursday, July 03rd, 03:14:09