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.
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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..
A fine symmetric Mezcala anthropomorphic
axe god figure. Type M-8. Carved from grey
Metadiorite stone. Incised features and details
indicated by grooving. Very nice abstract and
artistic piece…
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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An exceptional were-jaguar mask.
Made from the favored jade stone. This mask
is considered to be a shaman in the midst of
transformation. Notable for its characteristic
upraised upper lip, bifurcated tongue, curved
fangs and cleft forehead. The Olmec God.
A hardbound CIRAM Scientific Analysts report
is provided.
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…
A very fine molded pottery mask in typical
Teotihuacan fashion. Realistic facial features.
Traditional triangular face with wide forehead.
Remnants of painted headband...
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An Exceptional Manteño Bone Finial of Pachacamac "The Creator". This superb carving
expressively insinuates supreme status. High probability of this being made for an
extremely high ranked or important individual. Use of bone was very spiritual and
a highly valued…
A feline amulet from the Valdivia culture. Made from the important Spondylus Shell.
Crouched Jaguar with geometric patterns throughout its body. Perforation to nose.
Orange colored parrot feathers braided with vegetable fibre. Presumably used by higher
dignitaries as a fan or fashionable ornament…
Finely made Valdivian Ceremonial Stone Hacha. Symmetric and high polished green stone.
Custom display stand. Measures 6.25" (16.87cm) tall. 7" (17.78cm) mounted. Choice
condition. Ecuador…
A large Inca Caullama Stone Conopa in the form of a heavy fleeced Suri Alpaca. An
unusual deep “Torus shaped” qocha (reservoir) ground into back. Passed down in generations
from father to the eldest son. Used in…
A Chimu lord participating in a ceremonial feast. Expressive standalone carving.
Wears a large tethered headdress. Facial features are exaggerated. Eyes are wide
as if in a hallucinogenic state. Measures 15.5"/39.37 cm …
Pectoral facial mask from the Manteño culture of Ecuador. Wears the iconic ear and
nose ornaments and displays high rank from the engraved…
A large and heavy solid unburnished buff slab figure from the Quimbaya culture, Caldas
complex. Rarer seated female with extended forward down arms and legs, both adorned
with incised bands painted in white. Rectangular shaped head with faint…
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Tairona Joined Chieftain Jar
A sophisticated and important ceremonial vessel from the Tairona Culture. This unique
"Joined Chieftain Jar" represents a unity or marriage between a leading male and
female dignitary. The vessels are well tethered by a single strap…
An extraordinarily and expressive wooden Moche III captive prisoner. Uniquely made
from a piece of the Aphandra (mastodon palm) tree into a human Calero (lime container).
The artisan no doubt had…
Note:
The Qocha opening is smaller than the inside hole - See Images
A charming standing Jamacoaque adolescent. Adorned with traditional earrings, nose
ring and necklace. She wears a heavily designed skirt and matching shoulder tattoos.
Remnants of…
Stage 2 Palmer Notched Incised. Carved stone figurine with face and legs indicated
(notched). This Formative culture represents the earliest known appearance of this
form of artistic expression in the New World. Similar examples in Ancient Ecuador
- Culture, Clay and Creativity 3000-300 B.C.
Large fine reptilian style effigy jar from the Nicoya Region of Costa Rica. This
superlative pear-shaped polychrome ceramic vessel has two protruding crocodile heads
with a beautiful complex painted motif that stands on hollow rattle tripod legs...
Exceptional granulite stone mortar. This superbly made mortar is in the shape of
a monkey. Linear design on both top and sides…
Valdivia 8 (Piquigua Phase) Atahualpa site Ecuador. Succeeds the Palmar Incised type.
Ultra Rare near choice stone. Monolith Limestone block in bas-relief embellished
with deep, wide excised carvings on all six sides. Four rectangular sides and two
square top and bottom…
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