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Ancient Peruvian Chancay Style Decorative Vessel in Clay, "Chancay Effigy"

Product ID: 262643

A solemn personage stands on what appear to be a set of drums, beautifully depicted in ceramic. Walter Jose Acosta takes his inspiration from Peru's... more

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A solemn personage stands on what appear to be a set of drums, beautifully depicted in ceramic. Walter Jose Acosta takes his inspiration from Peru's vast archaeological heritage, replicating the work of the ancestors. This intriguing decorative vessel reinterprets a whistle from the Chancay people.

Please note: This is a decorative item, and not designed for use as a whistle.

  • 0.50 kgs
  • 1.1 lbs
  • 21.5 cm H x 18 cm W x 6.5 cm D
  • 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.6" D

  • Ceramic
  • For decorative use only
  • Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Features an aged antique finish
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 262643
Walter Jose Acosta
Walter Jose Acosta

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Ceramic archaeological replicas

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