Chancay Female Cuchimilco
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Large Chancay Cuchimilco
This is a large Chancay Cuchimilco Female Figure. Hollowed ceramic earthenware. The body and paint are nice and uniform. Dotted triangular shapes with step patterns painted with Iron Oxide. The holes on top of the head within the solid painted headband held feathered plums (penochos) to distinguish status within a social group. These figures represent individuals and were usually found in tombs of the nobility to ward off evil spirits.
Measures 23.25”/ 59 cm tall. Huaral province, Lima region, Peru. 1000 -1475 AD.
The hand and pinky have been reconstructed, and there is a very minor paint touch-up. Otherwise in Excellent condition.
Compare similar examples in: Ancestors of the Incas, The Lost Civilizations of Peru by Kauffmann-Doig.
Price $4,850
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