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Pair of hand-carved wooden figures depicting traditional Andean or Incan characters. These folk art statues feature hand-painted polychrome details in earthy red, orange, and yellow tones with geometric patterns. Each figure is depicted holding a vessel, wearing traditional headwear and tunics. The primitive, faceted carving style highlights the artisanal craftsmanship of South American tribal art. Object: Carved Figures Material: Wood Origin: Peru Style: Folk Art Measurements. Height: 8.5″. Width: 2.5″ Keywords: Peruvian Folk Art, Incan Statue, Hand Carved Wood, Andean Decor, Tribal Figurine, Polychrome Wood, Vintage Peru, South American Art, Primitive Sculpture, Ethnic Home Decor, Hand Painted Wood, Collectible Folk Art, Latin American Art, Antique Folk Art.

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Vintage Hand Carved, 21.5, Wood, Rustic Folk Art Sculpture, Rooster-Headed Humanoid of Peruvian (Andean) heritage. 5.5″L x 5.5″W x 21.5H. Dressed in an expressively traditional Andean. A substantial carving with hand painted wood, visible hand tool marks and a strong physical presence. Providence is unknown: is an estate sale find from a well-traveled military officer. Note: the sculpture has one hand open and the other closed and this typically represents a duality of power and peace; it symbolizes a balance between strength / defense (the closed fist) and virtue/respect/generosity (the open hand). The gesture signifies the ability to govern, fight or protect, while also offering peace and spiritual connection. This carving is in very good vintage primitive condition. Crack in back of base, but the sculpture is still fully intact. Faded colors and wear to be expected with a vintage piece of this kind. Otherwise, this primitive statue is in excellent condition for its age. See my other Must Have wood carving from the same sale listed separately.

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This truly intriguing piece comes with a sense of mystery. How old is it and where did it come from? Found many steps from its likely original source, as it wasn’t made in the United States, we can only speculate, but one thing is for certain, it is very old. The discoloration and oxidization of the wood signals its age. It can be assumed that it all started out the color on the bottom, and over time it matured in condition to what it is today. It has some minor flaws that is normal for its age (see pictures). Zoom in on the close-up image of the rower’s face to see the character on it, and you can get a sense of its history. There are two theories on how old this piece is. It’s fair to say that the age on the piece places it back at least that far. The second theory is that this piece is more ancient than that, and that it was created during the actual Inca Empire itself. It has a very similar look to museum pieces, giving off similar sentiments of age. Which of the two theories are correct, or possibly another one, is up to you, barring carbon dating the piece. The above is speculation made by research and educated assumptions.

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This truly intriguing piece comes with a sense of mystery. How old is it and where did it come from? Found many steps from its likely original source, as it wasn’t made in the United States, we can only speculate, but one thing is for certain, it is very old. The discoloration and oxidization of the wood signals its age. It can be assumed that it all started out the color on the bottom, and over time it matured in condition to what it is today. It has some minor flaws that is normal for its age (see pictures). Zoom in on the close-up image of the rower’s face to see the character on it, and you can get a sense of its history. There are two theories on how old this piece is. It’s fair to say that the age on the piece places it back at least that far. The second theory is that this piece is more ancient than that, and that it was created during the actual Inca Empire itself. It has a very similar look to museum pieces, giving off similar sentiments of age. Which of the two theories are correct, or possibly another one, is up to you, barring carbon dating the piece. The above is speculation made by research and educated assumptions.

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This truly intriguing piece comes with a sense of mystery. How old is it and where did it come from? Found many steps from its likely original source, as it wasn’t made in the United States, we can only speculate, but one thing is for certain, it is very old. The discoloration and oxidization of the wood signals its age. It can be assumed that it all started out the color on the bottom, and over time it matured in condition to what it is today. It has some minor flaws that is normal for its age (see pictures). Zoom in on the close-up image of the rower’s face to see the character on it, and you can get a sense of its history. There are two theories on how old this piece is. It’s fair to say that the age on the piece places it back at least that far. The second theory is that this piece is more ancient than that, and that it was created during the actual Inca Empire itself. It has a very similar look to museum pieces, giving off similar sentiments of age. Which of the two theories are correct, or possibly another one, is up to you, barring carbon dating the piece. The above is speculation made by research and educated assumptions.

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