A fine Tiwanaku sandstone idol. Body is stout with deeply incised quadratic face
and body features. Hands are held at center and high. Wears a full ceremonial garb
with banded headdress. Altiplano region, Lake Titicaca. Ca. 650 to 1050 A.D. Measures
6”/15.6 cm in height, 4”/10.2 cm in width, 3.75”/9.52 cm in length. - Rare
Condition: Sediment deposit within crevices with minor surface erosion. Old inventory
No. 153 on forehead. Fine condition.
Provenance: Ex-K.Downs, Kentucky collection; Private Florida Collection
