A finely made Chancay Cradleboard litter - kupulwe. Laid upon a bed of reed slats, a solid clay figure is nicely wrapped using a cotton textile blanket, secured with string and carved spool-type finals on wood beams. Coarse human hair is braided and intertwined between cross-members to assemble the platform.  A substantial amount of personal care has been given in its construction.

A large original piece was reattached to the left side of the face and legs. Minor loss to tip of nose, otherwise overall excellent condition. Lima region, Peru 900-1400 AD. - Extremely Rare

Measures 12.5"/31,75cm in height un-mounted. 13.25”/33,65cm with custom metal stand.