Walking stick - Chonta - Varayoc - Mayor's staff
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Rare Peruvian Varayoc mayoral staff from the 18th century virreinato, carved in chonta wood with silver bands, a silver pommel and belt buckle, and a fully silver twisted tip, measuring 100 x 4 x 4 cm and weighing 430 g, originating from Cuzco, Peru, in good used condition with signs of age and imperfections.
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Rare Varayoc, or mayor’s staff of eighteenth‑century Peru, from the Viceroyalty period of Peru.
Made from chonta wood on which bands and a silver pommel are applied, as well as a buckle to hang from the belt. The twisted tip with a helicoidal design is also made entirely of antique silver. The decoration includes hand‑engraved motifs with iconography of floral crosses and scrolls, symbols of the union between the Catholic faith and the viceroyal civil order.
In excellent condition, the piece has not been cleaned to respect the patina acquired over the centuries, which in the decorations has taken on golden tones while at the terminal end the patina is dark.
From a private collection.
Historical Context: In the eighteenth century, the Varayoc was the indispensable legal instrument for administering justice, organizing labor, and presiding over religious ceremonies. It was the pinnacle expression of authority in the indigenous councils of the Viceroyalty.
Dimensions: 100 x 4 x 4 cm
Weight: 430 grams.
It will be shipped protected and with tracking code.
Seller's Story
Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe.
Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
Translated by Google TranslateRare Varayoc, or mayor’s staff of eighteenth‑century Peru, from the Viceroyalty period of Peru.
Made from chonta wood on which bands and a silver pommel are applied, as well as a buckle to hang from the belt. The twisted tip with a helicoidal design is also made entirely of antique silver. The decoration includes hand‑engraved motifs with iconography of floral crosses and scrolls, symbols of the union between the Catholic faith and the viceroyal civil order.
In excellent condition, the piece has not been cleaned to respect the patina acquired over the centuries, which in the decorations has taken on golden tones while at the terminal end the patina is dark.
From a private collection.
Historical Context: In the eighteenth century, the Varayoc was the indispensable legal instrument for administering justice, organizing labor, and presiding over religious ceremonies. It was the pinnacle expression of authority in the indigenous councils of the Viceroyalty.
Dimensions: 100 x 4 x 4 cm
Weight: 430 grams.
It will be shipped protected and with tracking code.
Seller's Story
Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe.
Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
430 g
Wood type
Chonta
Specific region of origin
Cuzco
Title additional information
Varayoc - Mayor's staff
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Peru
Material
Silver, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
100 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1700-1750
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