Pair of Chancay Cuchimilco Figures
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Chancay Cuchimilco Pair
An excellent opportunity to acquire a pair of cute Chancay clay figurines. Measuring 7.5”/19.05 cm and 7.3”/18.54 cm in height. Fired clay painted in cream with Brown paint applied. Detailed face and arms open. Wears a decorated tunic of possible pollywogs. These Cuchimilcos, sometimes called “Star gazers,” were frequently discovered in Chancay tombs in pairs. However, the majority separated when exhumed; some scholars argue that they may have represented a symbolic female companion to accompany the deceased into the afterworld. West coastal region, Chancay, Peru. ca. 1200 – 1450 AD.
Condition: Completely intact pairs.
Provenance: Florida collection; W Tooley, Friendswood, TX
Price – $985
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