Early 20th C. Bolivian Copper Tupu (Shawl Pin) - Sun
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South America, Bolivia, ca. early 20th century CE. A fantastical large cast copper tupu, or garment pin, in the form of a large sun above a crescent moon. An inlaid piece of opaque blue glass is below the moon, set into the top of the long, thin, pin. A curving flourish is on either side of it. A thin chain hangs from one side, ending in an animal pendant in the form of a caiman or similar animal. Size: 3.8" W x 14.35" H (9.7 cm x 36.4 cm); 15.7" H (39.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Tucson, Arizona, USA collection
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#129505
South America, Bolivia, ca. early 20th century CE. A fantastical large cast copper tupu, or garment pin, in the form of a large sun above a crescent moon. An inlaid piece of opaque blue glass is below the moon, set into the top of the long, thin, pin. A curving flourish is on either side of it. A thin chain hangs from one side, ending in an animal pendant in the form of a caiman or similar animal. Size: 3.8" W x 14.35" H (9.7 cm x 36.4 cm); 15.7" H (39.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Tucson, Arizona, USA collection
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.
#129505
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Very light surface patina, especially in lower profile areas. Some chains may be missing.
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Early 20th C. Bolivian Copper Tupu (Shawl Pin) - Sun
Estimate $250 - $350
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