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Pre-Columbian Chimu Incised Tumi
ca 800 to 1200 A.D.
Item Number: 981720
$1,895.00
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| Category |
Chimu |
| Period |
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| Material |
Pottery |
| Dimensions |
10-1/2"L x 4-5/8"W |
| Condition |
Intact |
DescriptionAncient Pre-Columbian Incised Tumi, certainly owned by royalty! Chimu culture, north-coastal Peru, ca 800 to 1200 A.D. Copper bladed implement - this variety ceremonial in purpose, incised with the heads of three figures, each with elaborate headdress. Reverse shows signs of ancient textiles adhering to the surface. 10-1/2"L x 4-5/8"W, intact/in generally excellent condition, save one tiny area of loss, as shown.
ProvenanceEx-private Denver, CO Collection.
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