Pre-Columbian Pottery Female Figure
This Pre-Columbian pottery female figure, dating from the Chancay culture circa 800-1200 AD, is a captivating representation of ancient Peruvian artistry. The standing figure, with its small arms raised, features minimal painted decorations, highlighting the simplicity and elegance of Chancay pottery. Mounted on a wood base, this artifact exemplifies the distinctive style and cultural significance of Chancay ceramic works.
The Chancay culture thrived on the central coast of present-day Peru, known for their remarkable contributions to textile and ceramic arts. Flourishing between 800 and 1200 AD, the Chancay people developed a unique artistic style characterized by their intricate weavings and distinctive pottery. Chancay ceramics often feature anthropomorphic and zoomorphic figures, reflecting the society's religious beliefs and daily life. Their pottery was typically created using simple tools and techniques, yet it conveyed profound symbolic meanings. The Chancay culture's emphasis on artistic expression and craftsmanship provides valuable insights into their social and religious practices. Later, the Chancay people became part of the vast Inca Empire, which integrated various cultures and their artistic traditions, further enriching the cultural tapestry of pre-Columbian Peru. This pottery female figure not only reflects the Chancay's artistic legacy but also their enduring influence within the greater context of Andean civilization.
This Pre-Columbian pottery female figure, dating from the Chancay culture circa 800-1200 AD, is a captivating representation of ancient Peruvian artistry. The standing figure, with its small arms raised, features minimal painted decorations, highlighting the simplicity and elegance of Chancay pottery. Mounted on a wood base, this artifact exemplifies the distinctive style and cultural significance of Chancay ceramic works.
The Chancay culture thrived on the central coast of present-day Peru, known for their remarkable contributions to textile and ceramic arts. Flourishing between 800 and 1200 AD, the Chancay people developed a unique artistic style characterized by their intricate weavings and distinctive pottery. Chancay ceramics often feature anthropomorphic and zoomorphic figures, reflecting the society's religious beliefs and daily life. Their pottery was typically created using simple tools and techniques, yet it conveyed profound symbolic meanings. The Chancay culture's emphasis on artistic expression and craftsmanship provides valuable insights into their social and religious practices. Later, the Chancay people became part of the vast Inca Empire, which integrated various cultures and their artistic traditions, further enriching the cultural tapestry of pre-Columbian Peru. This pottery female figure not only reflects the Chancay's artistic legacy but also their enduring influence within the greater context of Andean civilization.
This Pre-Columbian pottery female figure, dating from the Chancay culture circa 800-1200 AD, is a captivating representation of ancient Peruvian artistry. The standing figure, with its small arms raised, features minimal painted decorations, highlighting the simplicity and elegance of Chancay pottery. Mounted on a wood base, this artifact exemplifies the distinctive style and cultural significance of Chancay ceramic works.
The Chancay culture thrived on the central coast of present-day Peru, known for their remarkable contributions to textile and ceramic arts. Flourishing between 800 and 1200 AD, the Chancay people developed a unique artistic style characterized by their intricate weavings and distinctive pottery. Chancay ceramics often feature anthropomorphic and zoomorphic figures, reflecting the society's religious beliefs and daily life. Their pottery was typically created using simple tools and techniques, yet it conveyed profound symbolic meanings. The Chancay culture's emphasis on artistic expression and craftsmanship provides valuable insights into their social and religious practices. Later, the Chancay people became part of the vast Inca Empire, which integrated various cultures and their artistic traditions, further enriching the cultural tapestry of pre-Columbian Peru. This pottery female figure not only reflects the Chancay's artistic legacy but also their enduring influence within the greater context of Andean civilization.
Category: Pre-Columbian - Figural
Country of Origin: Chancay, Peru
Maker: Chancay culture
In House Collection: 6 of 6
Condition: F
Condition Additional Notes: Wear as shown
Material: Painted pottery
Age: Circa 800-1200 AD
Size: 10.5" tall without base
