Culture
Cuzco vessel, 'Nazca Deity'
Inspired by the enriching inheritance of the Nazca culture of Peru this handsome ceramic jug is the creation of the Puma family.
Ceramic statuette, 'I am Man'
This statuette by Fausto Fern�ndez is his version of 'original man' from the Sican culture of Peru. The general design replicates the original, 24k gold tumi dagger unearthed at Illimo.
Wool rug, 'Matrimony' (4x6)
Cerapio Vallejo creates this fabulous Ayacucho-style rug in sheep wool. This ancient craft has existed for centuries, having been passed down to the Incas after originating among the ancient Wari culture of Peru.
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Pre-Columbian Cat Brooch - Peru, Paracas Culture 250 B.C to 125A.D. The Lowe Art Museum
Pre-Columbian Collection - This Jewelry, from the south coast of Peru, is based on a detail from an ovoid (egg shaped) vase depicting the Paracas mythological Oculate Being.This creature was a composite image with fox, feline, killer whale, and bird attributes.
Pre-Columbian Cat Earrings - Peru, Paracas Culture 250 B.C to 125A.D. The Lowe Art Museum
Pre-Columbian Collection - This Jewelry, from the south coast of Peru, is based on a detail from an ovoid (egg shaped) vase depicting the Paracas mythological Oculate Being.This creature was a composite image with fox, feline, killer whale, and bird attributes.