Sican Collection

Sculptural vessel. Ceramic. Lambayeque culture or Sican (700-1350 AD). North coast of the central Andes, Peru. Museum of the Americas. Madrid, Spain. Date: 2018

Double-Faced Cup, 900-1100 (gold)
1068480 Double-Faced Cup, 900-1100 (gold) by SicAan Culture (750-1375); 14x11.8x11.8 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info)

Peruvian Funerary Mask, 900-1100 AD (gold, silver-copper overlays, cinnabar)
3617916 Peruvian Funerary Mask, 900-1100 AD (gold, silver-copper overlays, cinnabar) by SicAan Culture (750-1375); 29.2 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Beakers, 900-1100 (gold)
1068481 Beakers, 900-1100 (gold) by SicAan Culture (750-1375); Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Part of a group of 176 beakers from a single tomb at Huaca El Corte in northern Peru)

Kero (Ceremonial Drinking Vessel), c. 1000-1476 (gold alloy)
3576875 Kero (Ceremonial Drinking Vessel), c.1000-1476 (gold alloy) by Peruvian Shool, (11th-15th century); 25.4 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh, USA; (add.info.: Dimensions: H)

Tapestry Fragment, 700-1370s. Creator: Unknown
Tapestry Fragment, 700-1370s. The prominent figure duplicated on this brightly coloured fragment is known today simply as a " Lord

Lower Border of a Garment, 1000-1470s. Creator: Unknown
Lower Border of a Garment, 1000-1470s

Chimu? culture. Tumi. Sacrificial ceremonial axe made of gold. It represents the god Maymlap. 11th-15th century. National Museum of Peru. Lima

Lower Border Garment 1000-1470s Central Andes
Lower Border of a Garment, 1000-1470s. Central Andes, North Coast, Chimu or Lambayeque (Sican) People. Tapestry; wool and cotton; overall: 9.2 x 135.9 cm (3 5/8 x 53 1/2 in.)

Beaker Frogs 900-1100 Central Andes Peru Lambayeque
Beaker with Frogs, 900-1100. Central Andes (Peru), Lambayeque (Sican) people, 10th century-12th century. Gold, hammered; overall: 13.7 x 12.1 cm (5 3/8 x 4 3/4 in.)

Beaker Shells 900-1100 Central Andes Peru Lambayeque
Beaker with Shells, 900-1100. Central Andes (Peru), Lambayeque (Sican) people, 10th century-12th century. Gold, hammered; overall: 14.6 x 10.2 cm (5 3/4 x 4 in.)

Beaker Frontal Figures 900-1100 Central Andes
Beaker with Frontal Figures, 900-1100. Central Andes (Peru), Lambayeque (Sican) people, 10th century-12th century. Gold, hammered; overall: 12.5 x 9.1 cm (4 15/16 x 3 9/16 in.)

Head Beaker 900-1100 Central Andes Peru Lambayeque
Head Beaker, 900-1100. Central Andes (Peru), Lambayeque (Sican) people, 10th century-12th century. Gold, hammered; overall: 23.5 x 19.8 cm (9 1/4 x 7 13/16 in.)

Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Necklace. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Mask. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

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Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Nose pendant. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Representation. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

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The Sican culture, also known as the Lambayeque culture, left behind a rich legacy of exquisite ceramic artwork. One such example is the sculptural vessel that showcases their artistic prowess. Crafted with precision and skill, this ceramic masterpiece reflects the intricate details and craftsmanship of the Lambayeque people. Moving on to another remarkable civilization, we delve into the Chimu culture and its iconic Tumi. The sacrificial ceremonial axe made of gold symbolizes power and authority in ancient Peru. This artifact serves as a testament to the Chimu's advanced metalworking techniques and their religious practices. Gold continues to take center stage with the Double-Faced Cup from 900-1100 AD. Adorned with intricate designs, this golden cup exemplifies both beauty and functionality during that era. Peruvian Funerary Mask from 900-1100 AD is an awe-inspiring piece crafted using gold, silver-copper overlays, and cinnabar pigments. This mask not only served as a burial adornment but also represented spiritual beliefs held by these ancient civilizations. Cups featuring standing figures and war clubs further showcase the mastery of goldsmithing during this period. These cups were likely used for ceremonial purposes or perhaps even as status symbols among high-ranking individuals. Another set of cups adorned with birds and heads demonstrates how nature played a significant role in Andean cultures' artistic expressions. The delicate detailing on these golden cups highlights their reverence for wildlife. Beakers made between 900-1100 AD continue to captivate us with their elegance. These vessels were most likely used for drinking rituals or special occasions due to their ornate design. Kero (Ceremonial Drinking Vessel) dating back to c. 1000-1476 showcases an alloy of gold that was highly valued by these ancient societies for its symbolic significance in ceremonies related to feasting or offerings.