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Hache tumiimu, Pérou, 1200-1400 AP. J.-C. — Chimu Copper tumi knife cast with two attendants flanking a mythical figure, Peru, AD 1200-1400
Hache tumiimu, Pérou, 1200-1400 AP. J.-C.

Chimu Copper tumi knife cast with two attendants flanking a mythical figure, Peru, AD 1200-1400

A copper tumi knife from the Chimu culture of Peru, elaborately cast with a central mythical figure flanked by two attendants. This ceremonial or utilitarian object demonstrates advanced metalworking techniques and the cultural significance of ritual implements in Andean societies.

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Extra! Objets rares et singuliers extra-européens

June 28, 2021

Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 42

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Hache tumiimu, Pérou, 1200-1400 AP. J.-C., Chimu Copper tumi knife cast with two attendants flanking a mythical figure, Peru, AD 1200-1400

A copper tumi knife from the Chimu culture of Peru, elaborately cast with a central mythical figure flanked by two attendants. This ceremonial or utilitarian object demonstrates advanced metalworking techniques and the cultural significance of ritual implements in Andean societies.

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Ceremonial, Mythical Figure, Peru, Metalwork, Copper, 1200-1400 AD, Andean, Chimu, Tumi Knife

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