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Moche Copper Bronze Mask
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A large coper mask of a dignitary with almond shaped, inset shell eyes with pupils and a wide brim type crown. Attached at the brow line, a row of danglers is suspended, aligning the brow. He is also wearing large, round ear ornaments decorated with a concentric ring pattern and a large crescent shaped nose ornament attached to the nose, curled wire whiskers are also attached to his face. Overall blue-green patina. Some normal losses to the decorative elements (six of the seventeen dangles are missing). Otherwise intact and in an excellent state of preservation for a mask of this type. 300-500 CE. Collectors piece. Mint condition.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Pre-Columbian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:100 BC-300 AD
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:San Pedro Garza Garcia, MX
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