Pre-Columbian Inca Wooden Spoon with Figure
1500 AD. A carved wooden spoon with broad square bowl, square-section handle, finial formed as a standing nude figure with hatched headdress and beaded collar holding pan-pipes(?) to the chest; mounted on a custom-made stand. 136 grams total, 20.4cm with stand (8"). Property of a Brussels gallery; acquired on the European art market.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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1500 AD. A carved wooden spoon with broad square bowl, square-section handle, finial formed as a standing nude figure with hatched headdress and beaded collar holding pan-pipes(?) to the chest; mounted on a custom-made stand. 136 grams total, 20.4cm with stand (8"). Property of a Brussels gallery; acquired on the European art market.
Condition Report: Fine condition.