Large Chancay Wooden Scepter

Large Chancay Wooden Scepter
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Large Chancay Wooden Scepter
Large Chancay Wooden Scepter
Large Chancay Wooden Scepter
Large Chancay Wooden Scepter

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Chancay Scepter

 

A hansom and large Chancay wooden scepter/staff. Made from light wood (Alder tree) that measures 21″ in length. Iconic homogeneous face finial. Strong brow, nose, and sculpted chin. Eyes are carved diamond-shaped with black coloring surrounding the outer portion. There is more trace color on the lower face. Alternating light yellow and black striping throughout the bottom portion of the shaft with some red spotting. Mounted on a wood and metal base. Lima region, Peru, 800-1400AD. Choice Condition.

Provenance: Ex Danish collection; Private Florida collection.

Price – $875

 


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