Dimensions: 7 ¾ inches tall, 3 ¾ inches wide, weighs 182 grams. History: The deceased were lowered tied to boards through long shafts into tombs where workers arranged them in their final resting places, often alongside previous deceased family members. Tomb figures were placed with the fallen to provide companionship, guidance, and protection in the afterlife. Description: Female figure with her long hair draped over her shoulder, wearing elaborate headgear. End of nose chipped. Mineral deposits confirm approximately 2000 years of underground burial. Overall Excellent condition. Provenance: Ex. Private Nevada collection. Ex. Dr. David Harner collection, Arkansas, 1950’s -1960’s.Ex. Arte Primitivo Fine Art Gallery 2025. Acquired by The Artifact City Collection in 2025.
