Lot 70284

70284: A Lambayeque Sican Gold Mask Peru, c. 750-1375

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A Lambayeque Sican Gold Mask Peru, c. 750-1375 AD A superb, boldly crafted life-size mask. Repousse sheet gold with red cinnabar pigment on facial areas and crown, sheet silver nose ornament with two gold dangles, and sheet silver zoomorphic figures hanging from each earring. Large, curved, almond shaped eyes with rounded pupils, the nose in high relief, a thin mouth under the nose ornament. Under each eye are diagonal rows of small bosses. The ears, earrings, and headband also trimmed with rows of bosses. Cinnabar in a step design each side of crown. In very good condition. The surface is a golden-brown color with a patina including green oxidation, with original red cinnabar pigment. Mineral deposits and traces of corrosion all over from age and exposure to the elements. A small slit on the nose bridge. Provenance: Private Collection, Spain, 1970's to 2015 Private Collection, San Francisco, CA A. J. Grant collection, New York, NY, acquired 1950's-1960's, thence by decent Width: 13 ¾ inches HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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70284: A Lambayeque Sican Gold Mask Peru, c. 750-1375

Name: 70284: A Lambayeque Sican Gold Mask Peru, c. 750-1375
SKU: 178008867
Price: 10000 USD
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