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Written by: Seda AslanResearcher · Old Master Paintings
African, Oceanic & Americas Art · Catalogue no. 181857
ChimúDouble Beaker
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Chimú |
|---|---|
| Date | 1100–1470 |
| Culture / Origin | Peruvian North Coast |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | H.: 24.1 cm (9 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Arts of the Americas |
| Type | Metalwork |
About the Artist
Metalworker unknown (Chimú) — Kingdom of Chimor (near present-day Trujillo, Peru) Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Art Institute of Chicago, CC0 / Public Domain.
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