Lot n° 471
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2000 - 2500
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Important mask representing a stylized human face. The eyes - Lot 471
Important mask representing a stylized human face. The eyes are wide open and inlaid. Five elements of a necklace are attached.
Green oxidized copper.
Height : 23 cm
Width : 25 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Mochica culture, ca. 100-700 A.D. Peru
Our example is one of the great works typical of Mochica art.
This type of mask is embossed on a wooden core. It was generally placed on top of funerary burdens. Its look conveys the timeless nobility of a Moche ruler.
An archaeological gold nariguera is included.
Length: 7.5 cm
Patinated copper.
Provenance:
The Nariguera was probably acquired in the Piasa sale of 06/15/1999, Paris, Drouot. Expert Jean Roudillon, lot n°194
Provenance: Collection of Monsieur P.
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