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Large Pre-Columbian Tumaco Head of a Monkey browse these categories for related items... Directory: Archives:Regional Art:Americas:South American: Pre AD 1000: Item # 638731
Janus Antiquities By Appointment New Jersey (330) 612-3957 Guest Book SOLD |
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The Tumaco culture of Colombia developed in conjunction with the neighboring La Tolita culture in Ecuador, and the artifacts of both cultures are oftentimes so similar that distinctions are impossible. Tumaco society revolved around an economy based on fishing, maize growth, and gold, the latter of which was readily found in the rivers in Pre-Columbian times. Much like Moche art, Tumaco artistry focused on representations of people in a realistic fashion, showing them in a wide variety of conditions and contexts.
This large terracotta head of a monkey has a tremendous amount of character -- we've taken to calling him "Curious Jorge" around here! AGE: 300 B.C. - 200 A.D. CONDITION: Fragmentary from a larger figure, but intact and in great shape as a separate piece. Includes the custom acrylic stand as shown. DIMENSIONS: 5" long and 4" tall (12.7 cm x 10.2 cm) |
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