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Nasca flying figure
Nasca cultureEarly intermediate
Museo Central. Banco Central de Reserva del Perú
Lima, Peru
The depiction decorating this vessel is a testament to the Nasca culture’s belief in the existence of beings with the ability to fly.
The different attributes depicted in this vessel, arranged across the entire surface, appear to be those of a mythical supernatural being.
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Details
- Title: Nasca flying figure
- Creator: Nasca culture
- Date Created: Early intermediate
- Location Created: Peru, South Coast
- Physical Dimensions: h 17,5 x w 14 x d 14,5 cm
- Type: Bottle
- Rights: Museo Central
- Medium: Modeled and painted ceramic.
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