Moche Gilded Copper Alloy Disc Ornament brazzariver this finely made knife would

this finely made knife would have been placed in a mummy bundle as a votive offering

Age-related wear with a chips

is an exceptional and evocative example of Ewe spiritual artistry

This absolutely fascinating tomb figure depicts a court lady

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Moche Gilded Copper Alloy Disc Ornament brazzariver this finely made knife wouldPre Columbian era, Moche culture, Moche phase II to IV, c. 200 600AD, Northern Peru. An amazing copper and gilt disc applique, probably representing the Sun, with a small suspension hole. The function of discs such the present example is unclear. They may have been intended for ritual use as symbolic weapon adornments. Alternatively, they may have been attached to textile banners or hangings. Copper ornaments would have signaled that the person was