Details
- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 4ʺD × 12.75ʺH
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Peru
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Clay
- Pottery
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- This piece is in very good vintage condition. There is a bit of fading on some of the paint. This piece is in very good vintage condition. There is a bit of fading on some of the paint. less
- Description
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A very well made and striking mid century pottery "Horse of Pucara" or "Caballo de Pucara".
This is a handmade … more A very well made and striking mid century pottery "Horse of Pucara" or "Caballo de Pucara".
This is a handmade figurine created by local artisans in the southern part of Peru, as a reminder of the history and power of the horse to the Inca Culture. When the Incas were conquered by the Spaniards, different animals were introduced to Peru, among them the bull, the horse and the chicken. The Incas admired the horses for their strength. This particular piece comes from the estate of a couple who collected objects from all over the world, with an emphasis on quality mid century pieces. Heavy weight with no known blemishes. less
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