Lot 2019
Zemi Figure Taino Culture
Sold June 28, 2025
- Price realized
- $800
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $ 500-1,600
Origin: Taino Culture, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, or Cuban Pre- Columbian
Dimensions: 8x5x15in
Condition: There are no visible chips or cracks
Additional Information: A carved red stone sculpture of a stylized Zemi spirit figure with exaggerated facial features in a squatting position. The back has detailed carvings of the back including the spine and ribs along with designs.
The carving was used in ceremonies and rituals by the Taino people. Zemis were important deities or spirits which represent various aspects of nature and life being used for guidance, protection, or blessings.
The Taino were the first indigenous group that Columbus met on his first stop (San Salvador, the Bahamas) Zemis were channels to the ancient gods and were ceremoniously implemented during hallucinogenic journeys. Taino art reflects their passion with the afterlife and with spiritual influence from the gods of old.
Lot details
- Lot
- 2019
- Closed
- June 28, 2025
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