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Rare Antique Pre-Columbian Bronze Sculpture Worshiping Inti (God of Sun)

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This is a very rare and extremely unusual figurative solid bronze handcrafted sculpture. The figure is most likely Inca-Mayan and worshiping Inti, also called Apu-punchau,-in Inca religion the sun of God. The work is incredibly detailed, starting with the man’s feet and sandals and all the way to the top. The Sun shows in the centre representation of the heat, light and fire. It is an absolutely unique find and a museum’s piece. The sculpture has been mounted to a later time granite pedestal. It does not seem that the sculpture has been ever mounted before to any kind of pedestal or platform. The creator is unknown as well as the origin.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Pre-Columbian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1700s or earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The sculpture is In excellent condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Doha, QA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7451234616102

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