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An Olmec Greenstone Celt, Early Formative Period, ca. 1150 to 550 BCE. 7831012_xl a swing that is dry

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Description

a swing that is dry

the copper alloy sheet is cut and folded to create a three-string braid emulating a wreath

including sweat-wicking capabilities and lightweight material

436 Stewart 1986 pp

Adjustable from 43 to 74cm

An Olmec Greenstone Celt, Early Formative Period, ca. 1150 to 550 BCE. 7831012_xl a swing that is dryThe meticulous flaking, and careful smoothing to a soft, lustrous sheen defines this beautiful celt. Carved from very dark green stone, this is a highly stylized ritual hand tool for ceremonial and funerary purposes. Impressive in its technique, iconography, and inherent beauty, this celt exemplifies the artistry and arduous methodology of the ancient stoneworkers. The Olmecs used long distance trade routes to acquire greenstone, such as this example

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