Lot 273: ANTIQUITIES, Moche Metal Working Tools

AUCTION: Sale 291 - US Sale

Description

A trio of Moche metal working tools from Peru, c. 300 – 700 AD. They are 4-1/2” to 4-7/8” long and are the types of chisels, and etching tools used to create the fine repoussé work on sheet metal for which the Moche artisans were famous. A rare find.
Cf. De Lavalle “Cobre”, page 574 for numerous identical examples. Ex Tapia collection. Value range: $160 - $200

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 273
Listing #: 213915
Closed: Thursday, November 22, 2012 6:16:00 PM CT
Estimate: $160

Starting Bid: $95
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Description

A trio of Moche metal working tools from Peru, c. 300 – 700 AD. They are 4-1/2” to 4-7/8” long and are the types of chisels, and etching tools used to create the fine repoussé work on sheet metal for which the Moche artisans were famous. A rare find.
Cf. De Lavalle “Cobre”, page 574 for numerous identical examples. Ex Tapia collection. Value range: $160 - $200

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 273
Listing #: 213915
Closed: Thursday, November 22, 2012 6:16:00 PM CT
Estimate: $160