Description: Metropolitan Museum of Art Reproduction of a Bell, the original of which was made in Costa Rica in the 15th Century; the Met's reproduction is made of gold-plated pewter and it is 1 3/8" long. Unlike the Ancients of the Old World, the man different Indian Cultures never coined gold or silver, or used the metals as a primary medium of exchange. Precious metals were prized for their beauty and lasting substance. Objects were fashioned for adornmanet as well as for practical purposes. Among the Incas of Peru, the legend concerning the origin of gold and silver related tothat they were the sweat of the sun and the tears of the moon. The original of this miniature bell illustrates the technical virtuosity of these ancient goldsmiths. Tiny birds and animals often appear at the top of small pendants to be worn on a thong or cord around the neck. 1 3/8" long Excellent Condition, no flaws or defects
Price: 35 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2024-09-20T19:11:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Pattern: Bird
Shape: Rounded
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Small
Color: Gold
Material: Gold Electroplate
Year Manufactured: 1980
Item Length: 1 3/8"
Brand: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Type: Bell
Department: Adults
Customized: No
Number in Pack: 1
Style: Precolombian
Theme: Bird Bell
Original/Reproduction: Licensed Reproduction
Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Finish: Gold Plated
Engraved: No
Handmade: No
