Bird Finial, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Zenú, Gold, H. 4 3/4 in. ( cm), Metal-Ornaments, Perched atop a thimble-shaped cap

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Bird Finial, 5th–10th century, Colombia, Zenú, Gold, H. 4 3/4 in. ( cm), Metal-Ornaments, Perched atop a thimble-shaped cap, a bird figure adorns this gold staff finial, a decorative element that would have once crowned a wood staff. The bird’s tail bears a chevron design, and the chest is ornamented with a series of nine open spirals that emulate elaborate plumage

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Size: 3722px × 3219px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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