Pre-Columbian, Northern Peru, Chimu culture, ca. 900-1100 CE. Shell bead necklace comprised of dozens, perhaps hundreds of ancient tiny, hand-carved, colorful (hues of red, deep purple, tan, cream, and green) shell beads (too many to count!) and an impressive round ceramic pendant carved with a lively dancing warrior lord depicted in composite profile (note the frontal eye and chest as well as the desire to depict all four limbs rather than overlap them).  Holding his war club and instrument, donning a tumi shaped helmet, large ear ornament, and nose ring, this noble warrior performs a ceremonial dance.  This richly iconographic composition is framed with a round bead-like border. Necklace measures ~37-3/4"L (96 cm) , pendant 1-3/4"D (4.5 cm)  

Provenance: Ex-Powell Collection, White City, Oregon, acquired prior to 1964.

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#101909

Chip and small repair to pendant.  Overall good condition.