Figure Pendant, 10th–16th century, Colombia, Tairona, Gold, H. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Works in gold made by the

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Figure Pendant, 10th–16th century, Colombia, Tairona, Gold, H. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm), Metal-Ornaments, Works in gold made by the Tairona people of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in north Colombia emphasize volume and three-dimensional form. The figure shown here is part of a small group called caciques ('chieftains') because of their flamboyant, awe-inspiring appearance

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Size: 3323px × 3490px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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