Late 18th Century Neapolitan Glass-Eyed Santon Head Vintage Cowrie shells historically served as

Cowrie shells historically served as currency across West Africa and remain powerful cultural symbols of wealth

This pendant is a unique artifact that represents the peoples and culture of the Mayan/Aztec civilizations

The background boasts a vibrant malachite green marble texture flanked by borders of crisp hieroglyphs and gold trim

The mask is in good vintage condition as show

produced in the year 2000

Late 18th Century Neapolitan Glass-Eyed Santon Head Vintage Cowrie shells historically served asTraveling Man Treasures is selling this masterfully sculpted late 18th century terracotta Neapolitan Santon head with stunning glass eyes. The work is in fair condition with repairs as shown, and attached to an acrylic base for display. Modeled by hand from terracotta and then polychrome painted; this expressive, hand painted female bust features inset glass eyes and was most likely crafted for elaborate nativity scenes. This type of head would have