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Exceptional ancient art carefully selected for its historical importance, intrinsic beauty, and artistic value.
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At Sands of Time, we have a genuine fondness for smaller works, the kind that sit quietly on a desk and feel right at home there. Each one carries something that is hard to name but easy to feel: a presence shaped by thousands of years of human hands.
On a desk, these pieces become something more than decorative, they become part of your living history. Something to reach for between calls, to turn over in your hands, or reflect upon during a quiet moment. They offer a small but meaningful pause, a shift in perspective, a gentle reminder that the work you do is part of something much greater...
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Our Unique Jewelry
Ancient jewelry is inherently unique, offering a rare combination of history, artistry, and personal significance. Each piece in this collection is either entirely ancient or incorporates an ancient element. These are not modern interpretations, but objects that were made and worn millennia ago and can be worn again today.
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This exceptional polychrome tripod plate showcases a powerful supernatural bird, finely painted with confident line work and balanced composition in bold red, cream, and black hues. Dominating the center is the Moan (Muan) Bird, a powerful supernatural entity linked to night, prophecy, and the journey to the underworld. In Late Classic Maya cosmology, this bird is often seen as an embodiment of the Principal Bird Deity; the celestial ruler seated atop the world tree, presiding over creation, cosmic order, and the passage of time.
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Widely regarded as one of the leading antiquities dealers in the United States, Sands of Time distinguishes itself through exceptional scholarship, ethical collecting standards, and museum-level documentation. The gallery’s founder, Sue McGovern-Huffman, is among only about one hundred appraisers worldwide to hold the ISA CAPP designation, the highest credential awarded by the International Society of Appraisers. Her dual expertise as both dealer and certified appraiser ensures that every object is presented with transparent provenance, condition analysis, and full USPAP-compliant valuation support. For collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions seeking rigor, integrity, and curatorial depth, Sands of Time remains one of the most trusted sources internationally for authentic ancient art.
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