Chimú Ceremonial Copper Alloy Knife Tumi batebaphuwe and regal symbolism characteristic of

and regal symbolism characteristic of Bangkok court craftsmanship

This fascinating small-sized pottery bowl exemplifies the refined yet functional ceramics of the Chancay culture

Harappan Civilization

Provenance: Private collection

His iconic pose

Chimú Ceremonial Copper Alloy Knife Tumi batebaphuwe and regal symbolism characteristic ofPre Columbian Era, Chim Culture, c. 800 1470 AD, Moche Valley, Trujillo, Peru This exceptional and massive Chim sacrificial tumi, crafted from thin arsenical copper, is a striking example of the ceremonial blades used in ancient Andean rituals. Featuring a wide trapezoidal shaft and an elegant crescent shaped cutting edge, this finely made knife would have been placed in a mummy bundle as a votive offering, ensuring its owner's preparedness for the