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Wari / Huari Anthropomorphic Wood Figure

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Wari / Huari Anthropomorphic Wood Figure

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Pre-Columbian, Peru, ca. 500-1000 CE. Carved wooden anthropomorphic figure created by the Wari/Huari culture. Characteristic gesture of clasped hands across abdominal area and simple yet expressive facial features. Wonderful emphasis on pure geometry of form. 8.25"W (20.96 W cm)

Provenance: Ex-private collection of William Dale, a career diplomat stationed in Turkey in the early 1960's, who acquired a vast collection of Greek, Roman and Near-Eastern treasures during his tenure.

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Normal wear of aged wood. Good condition.

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Wari / Huari Anthropomorphic Wood Figure

Name: Wari / Huari Anthropomorphic Wood Figure
SKU: 31976106
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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