Three Bolivian Tinku cowhide montera helmets
Late 19th century
Modeled after Spanish conquistador helmets and traditionally worn by male dancers in Festive Tinku rituals, each helmet constructed from thick cowhide in four quadrants, with cotton canvas strap to the crown, set on custom wood and metal stands, 3 pieces
Largest helmet: 11" H x 10" W x 16.5" D; Each stand: 15" H x 6" Dia.
Provenance: The Estate of John Simpson McKaughan Jr.

Each overall good condition with scattered soiling, rubbed wear, and fading commensurate with age. Scattered loose threads to the canvas bands. A few applied leather components with slight curling or lifting. Each with losses to the fur throughout. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.