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1967 Aztec Wall Plaque by El Arte Azteca – Malachite Mosaic Sculpture, Mexico City - A powerful and visually rich Aztec revival wall sculpture made by El Arte Azteca in Mexico City in 1967. This piece is crafted using a mosaic of solid malachite and possibly lapis lazuli, representing mythological deities and figures from ancient Aztec culture. The three raised masks and surrounding frame are embedded with crushed stone inlay, offering rich texture and a vibrant green hue throughout. The sculpture is set in a dark wood backing and retains its original maker's label on the reverse, which reads: “EL ARTE AZTECA – Reproducciones arqueológicas en malaquita y lapislázuli. Hecho en México.” Origin: Mexico City, Mexico. Maker: El Arte Azteca. Date: 1967 (marked). Materials: Malachite, possibly lapis lazuli, wood. Style: Pre-Columbian revival / Folk Art. Label: Original paper label on back. Dimensions: 15” H x 6.75” W x 1” D Condition: Good vintage condition with minor wear to wood and stone surfaces; lower left corner has small losses consistent with age. A captivating vintage artifact that honors Aztec heritage, perfect for collectors of Mexican folk art, archaeological reproductions, or mid-century decorative arts. All items are sold as is. The auction house does not warrant authenticity on any specific piece. THERE ARE NO RETURNS. We can only offer our opinion and the material facts about the item and its condition. ANY CONDITION STATEMENT IS GIVEN AS A COURTESY TO A CLIENT, IS ONLY AN OPINION AND SHOULD NOT BE TREATED AS A STATEMENT OF FACT. CAIN MODERN AUCTIONS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ERROR OR OMISSION. ALL BIDDERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO OBTAIN AS MUCH INFORMATION AS POSSIBLE ABOUT ANY ITEM AND A SHIPPING QUOTE FOR THE ITEM ON WHICH THEY WISH TO BID, BY REQUESTING CONDITION REPORTS AND SHIPPING QUOTES BY EMAIL, OR PREFERABLY, BY PERSONAL INSPECTION. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS WITH NO GUARANTEES OR WARRANTIES STATED OR IMPLIED. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BIDDER TO EXAMINE ALL MATERIAL PRIOR TO BIDDING. NO LOTS CAN BE RETURNED FOR A FULL OR PARTIAL REFUND EITHER BECAUSE BIDDER CHANGED HIS/HER MIND OR BECAUSE SHIPPING IS FOUND TO BE TOO HIGH/EXPENSIVE. ITEMS NOT PICKED UP AFTER 30 DAYS WILL BE CONSIDERED FORFEITED WITHOUT REFUNDS. Non of the Electronics or lighting equipment are tested for functionality. Condition: The Condition Report states Cain Modern Auctions reasonable opinion as to the lots general condition in the terms stated in the particular report, and Cain Modern Auctions does not represent or guarantee that a Condition Report includes all aspects of the internal or external condition of the Lot. Cain Modern Auctions does not owe the buyer any obligation to report on the condition of the lot and makes no guarantee the condition will be given for the lot. Cain Modern Auctions attempts to provide accurate descriptions and images of products online. It is the buyers responsibility to review all of the information provided about a lot before placing a bid. The buyer acknowledges that the products are sold on an the as-is as found basis/condition and all sales are final.