Moai Fragment, Anakena Bay, Easter Island, 11th–15th century — This basaltic tuff moai fragment, excavated from Anakena Bay, reveals the fine surface finishing techniques of Rapa Nui carvers. The deeply set brow and elongated nose exemplify the stylized facial features believed to represent deified ancestral chiefs.
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