Pre-Columbian Chimu culture pair of human gold figures, one with a janus head - Peru - Gold Figures

Pre-Columbian Chimu culture\r
Northern coastal desert area - Peru\r
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Pair of human gold figures, one of which has a janus head. \r
A janus head has two faces, one looking forward, one looking backward. \r
A very unusual piece. \r
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Made of thick gold sheet on resin and comes with a custom metal base. \r
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Time period: Ca. 800 - 1200 AD\r
Dimensions: 4,2 cm high each\r
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Provenance: purchased in The Nethelands in 2008\r
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Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. \r
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. \r
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. \r
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