Fine Sican-Lambayeque Silvered Copper Kero
Similar Sale History
View More Items in Tribal & Native American ArtifactsRelated Tribal & Native American Artifacts
More Items in Tribal & Native American Artifacts
View MoreRecommended Art
View MoreItem Details
Description
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Sican / Lambayeque culture, ca. 750 to 1370 CE. An attractive ceremonial drinking vessel, known as a kero, formed from a thinly hammered copper sheet and shaped around a conical mold. The base is slightly convex yet still stable as the textured walls gradually expand upwards towards the flared rim with a smooth lip. Scattered traces of silvering are visible across the exterior, though most of the walls exhibit the stunning golden-brown copper color beneath with shimmering notes of iridescence. Size: 4.125" in diameter x 6" H (10.5 cm x 15.2 cm)
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Hans Juergen Westermann collection, Germany, acquired from 1950 to 1960s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#164500
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Hans Juergen Westermann collection, Germany, acquired from 1950 to 1960s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#164500
Condition
Collection label on base. Lightly abraded areas to interior. Otherwise, intact and excellent.
Buyer's Premium
- 24.5%
Fine Sican-Lambayeque Silvered Copper Kero
Estimate $1,800 - $2,700
1 bidder is watching this item.
Get approved to bid.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Louisville, CO, usOffers In-House Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
TOP