Walking stick - Chonta - Varayoc - Mayor's staff
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Rare Peruvian Varayoc or mayor’s staff from the 18th century during the Viceroyalty, crafted in chonta wood with silver bands and a silver boss, a fully silver helicoidal tip, decorated with hand engravings of floral crosses and volutes, measuring 100 x 4 x 4 cm and weighing 430 g, in good used condition with the patina acquired over centuries.
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Raro Varayoc, or Peruvian mayoral staff from the 18th century, during the Viceroyalty of Peru.
Made of chonta wood on which bands and a silver knob are applied, as well as a buckle for hanging from the belt. The twisted, helicoidal tip is also entirely made of antique silver. The decoration includes manual engravings with iconography of floral crosses and volutes, symbols of the union between the Catholic faith and the civil order of the viceroyalty.
In excellent conservation 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 the far end patina is dark.
From a private collection.
Historical Context: In the 18th century, the Varayoc was the indispensable legal instrument for administering justice, organizing labor, and presiding over religious ceremonies. It was the highest expression of authority in the indigenous councils of the Viceroyalty.
Dimensions: 100 x 4 x 4 cm
Weight: 430 grams.
It will be shipped securely 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 TranslateRaro Varayoc, or Peruvian mayoral staff from the 18th century, during the Viceroyalty of Peru.
Made of chonta wood on which bands and a silver knob are applied, as well as a buckle for hanging from the belt. The twisted, helicoidal tip is also entirely made of antique silver. The decoration includes manual engravings with iconography of floral crosses and volutes, symbols of the union between the Catholic faith and the civil order of the viceroyalty.
In excellent conservation 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 the far end patina is dark.
From a private collection.
Historical Context: In the 18th century, the Varayoc was the indispensable legal instrument for administering justice, organizing labor, and presiding over religious ceremonies. It was the highest expression of authority in the indigenous councils of the Viceroyalty.
Dimensions: 100 x 4 x 4 cm
Weight: 430 grams.
It will be shipped securely 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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