Moche Copper Mask. 14 cm L. Fine. Spanish Export License.
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Moche copper mask from Peru dating to 200–300 AD, 14 cm long and 10 cm high, in good condition, with export license and provenance from private collections in Spain.
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Description from the seller
Mask
- very nice and pretty -
Moche, Peru, 200 - 300 AD
Copper
14 cm large and 10 cm height.
Provenance:
- Private colecction, R.P., Barcelona, 1950’s - 1970’s.
- Private collection, F.P., Barcelona, acquired in 1990's.
Condition: Very good, intact, see photos.
Documents: With Export license.
Funerary copper masks are archaeological artefacts of great cultural and symbolic importance. Used in various pre-Hispanic contexts, especially in Andean regions such as Peru, Bolivia and the north of Chile and Argentina, these masks were placed over the faces of the deceased, generally belonging to elites or people of high social and religious status. Copper, a metal associated with the sacred and eternity due to its shine and resistance to deterioration, was worked with advanced techniques such as hammering and embossing.
These masks not only had an aesthetic function, but also symbolised the transformation of the deceased individual into a spiritual existence. Some were stylised, with idealised human features, while others had solemn or mystical expressions. In addition, masks have been found with traces of pigment, suggesting that they were painted or decorated.
The use of copper reflects the metallurgical knowledge of these cultures and their worldview, in which death was not an end, but a transition. Today, these masks are key to understanding the funerary practices and spiritual beliefs of ancient Andean civilisations, and continue to amaze us with their beauty and technical complexity.
Note:
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
Seller's Story
IMPORTANT NOTES:
-We are a professional seller.
- All items sold will come with their professional invoice.
- All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item.
- All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number).
- All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued.
- For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
- For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
Translated by Google TranslateMask
- very nice and pretty -
Moche, Peru, 200 - 300 AD
Copper
14 cm large and 10 cm height.
Provenance:
- Private colecction, R.P., Barcelona, 1950’s - 1970’s.
- Private collection, F.P., Barcelona, acquired in 1990's.
Condition: Very good, intact, see photos.
Documents: With Export license.
Funerary copper masks are archaeological artefacts of great cultural and symbolic importance. Used in various pre-Hispanic contexts, especially in Andean regions such as Peru, Bolivia and the north of Chile and Argentina, these masks were placed over the faces of the deceased, generally belonging to elites or people of high social and religious status. Copper, a metal associated with the sacred and eternity due to its shine and resistance to deterioration, was worked with advanced techniques such as hammering and embossing.
These masks not only had an aesthetic function, but also symbolised the transformation of the deceased individual into a spiritual existence. Some were stylised, with idealised human features, while others had solemn or mystical expressions. In addition, masks have been found with traces of pigment, suggesting that they were painted or decorated.
The use of copper reflects the metallurgical knowledge of these cultures and their worldview, in which death was not an end, but a transition. Today, these masks are key to understanding the funerary practices and spiritual beliefs of ancient Andean civilisations, and continue to amaze us with their beauty and technical complexity.
Note:
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
Seller's Story
IMPORTANT NOTES:
-We are a professional seller.
- All items sold will come with their professional invoice.
- All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item.
- All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number).
- All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued.
- For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
- For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Moche
Century/ Timeframe
200 - 300 AD
Name of object
Mask. 14 cm L. Fine. Spanish Export License.
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2016
Material
Copper
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
