The Andean corded communication system. The cord’s composition, ply, length, end
treatment, and color were all significant factors in the quipu’s use and meaning.
This enigma is made of Cotton. Composed of a thicker, 32"/81.28 cm long Primary cord.
It contains 65 pedant cords alternating in segmented tan and brown colors. Each pendant
varies in length with strategically placed differing type knots representing numeric
values. According to Harvard University's Quipu Data Base Project, there are approximately
600 Quipus in existence in museum, university and private collections around the
world.
Lower Central America
and Caribbean
Pre-Columbian Artifacts for Seasoned and Inspired Collectors Alike
This deeply engraved bone idol is a Dignitary
holding ritual objects. Surrounding the
central figure are decorations of large bands
of geometric shapes with small interlocking
frets that progresses into the back..
An adorable set of four miniature
assorted bowls. Black-on-red resist
painted. Each distinctively designed.
Deposits throughout surface with
some rim chips and pitting...
A charming trio of small Bahia-type solid standing figurines. Each are sweet and
unique. The first wears an elaborate ear and nose ornaments. All measure over 4"
in height. Custom metal stand…
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A Jamacoaque warrior figure in a seated
position. Wears head gear, decorated chest
guard/tunic and loin cloth. Bans around both
hands and Legs. Coloration is nice.
An excellent Inca copper Axe. Symmetric
in shape, having a T-form hafting base
and curved blade. Refined copper axes
were produced for higher status
individuals. Common utilitarian axes…
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This second book in the Yale University
Publications in Anthropology series
dedicated to the Machu Picchu collections
Recovered early in the twentieth century
from Machu Picchu by Hiram Bingham…
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Blackware vessels displaying incised decorations form an important subgroup of Tiwanaku
pottery and are classified as fine "Classic" ceramics. This open vessel has a feline/puma
head, flat bottom and tail-handle in rear.
An excellent globular effigy vessel from the Michoacan culture, Mexico. Ca. 100 B.C.
- 250 A.D. Stands over 10" in height. Cream paint over highly burnished red slip.
A sweet rectangular face on extended rim with arms painted in front. An additional
representation of a bird…
Valdivian Phase 2 Rounded Palmer Stone. Made from course Volcanic stone. Carefully
incised anthropomorphic features covering the front. Measures 3.75" in height 1.5”
width.
Loma Alta, Ecuador Ca 2500 BC - 2200 BC…
A superb Bahia hollow figure from Ecuador - La Plata Hueco Type. Depicts a standing
female with hands held to her mid-section. She is wearing a long skirt decorated
with incised and painted designs…
Gorgeous and impressive amphora. Faded negative resist black geometric decoration
on a cream background with red-brown geometric decorative painted highlights. Scattered
areas of mineral…
An important Pututu Shell Waylla Kepa. This marine shell (rare) trumpet was used
by the early Andeans to partake in ceremonial announcements, calls to arms and/or
to communicate with the supernatural forces. Mouthpiece made of Silver…
Artistically crouched Sukia (medicine man) with pronounced jawline. Sculpted from
volcanic basalt stone. Central Highlands / Atlantic Watershed, Costa Rica, c.1000-1500.
In Fine condition…
Heart-shaped bone mask with black surface in front and back Front outward surface
has sgraffito lines cut through to a gray surface. Checkerboard design headdress.
Black eyeband and nose with rectangular slits for eyes…
A gorgeous Colima flat nude figure. Facial features are well define and strong. She
wears a strapped head garment which goes down her back, pierced ear ornaments and
a woven sash across her shoulders. This figure exhibits nice symmetry. Also, the
abundance of root marks…
A charming trio of small Bahia-type solid standing figurines. Each are sweet and
unique. The first wears an elaborate ear and nose ornaments. Applied decorative elements
and nice physical features…
A fancy Inca Copper blade. Cast and hammered on the cutting edge. Total blade is
formed in detail of a fisherman with his catch, riding on a Totora or Cattail reed
boat. Step design appears on the bottom back end…
Tiwanaku limestone celt. Axe head has a carved double stylized jaguar finial with
perforated loop type bodies. Half open type hafting shaft on the reverse with rounded
blade edge…
Excellent Inca bronze tumi with full size Jaguar. This ceremonial knife has a short
thick handle and a rarer oval shaped Half-moon gilded blade. The finial has a very
detailed feline lying down on a rectangular platform. Mouth opened with teeth exposed.
Eyes, ears…
An outstanding decorated anthropomorphic blade. Made of copper in traditional Vicús
fashion. Symbolic in material, technique and form. Head is depicting the fierce god
- Ai Apec. Detail casting with shell embellishments for eyes and teeth.
The Andean corded communication system. The cord’s composition, ply, length, end
treatment, and color were all significant factors in the quipu’s use and meaning.
According to Harvard University's Quipu Data Base Project, there are approximately
600 Quipus in existence ...
