{"product_id":"pre-columbian-colima-dog-obsidian-blade","title":"Pre-Columbian Colima Dog Obsidian blade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge and Rare Colima Mahogany Obsidian Blade with Canine Effigy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColima, West Mexico | Pre-Columbian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large and rare Colima blade fashioned from mahogany obsidian, distinguished by its rich reddish-brown coloration and dramatic black mottling. The elongated blade narrows into a sculptural handle terminating in a stylized dog’s head, with a projecting muzzle and raised ear defining its distinctive silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverlapping flake scars catch the light across both faces, highlighting the careful workmanship and natural luster of the volcanic glass. Its substantial scale and elaborate form suggest a ceremonial or prestige function, although its precise original use remains unknown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented on a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecustom display stand with metal supports and a wooden base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed to showcase both the blade’s sculptural profile and the striking colors of the obsidian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ex B. Cowan collection; previously Brett Mac Pherson collection, San Francisco, California; formerly in an old California collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54218794107177,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/5EE108EE-6FFB-4340-8E4C-8F729C5B5B24.jpg?v=1790135282","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/products\/pre-columbian-colima-dog-obsidian-blade","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}