Outstanding Taino Stone Palette style Celt. Deeply carved Zemi head forms the handle
from this dark black stone. The form of this Taino artefact is highly unusual amongst
surviving pieces. Although stylised anthropomorphic faces with skeletal features
are common, they usually appear on full-length zemi sculptures or the distinctive
three-cornered stones (trigonolitos). The quality of this piece is impressive and
in near choice condition. Displays beautifully with a professional mounted all metal
stand.
Measures 9.875”/25. cm, 11”/27.94 cm mounted.
Hispaniola, ca 800-1500 AD
Provenance: Klara Frischknecht Collection, Switzerland