Lot n° 459
Estimation :
400 - 700
EUR
Rare boat with double heads of dragon snakes... - Lot 459 - Copages Auction Paris
Rare boat with double heads of dragon snakes in the image of the ancient chtonian gods, probably a representation of the ceremonial ritual boat on which the Eldorado once rode, a chosen man covered with gold powders who threw himself into the water to celebrate the rite of resurrection and fertility. Tumbaga alloy of poor gold. Style of Tairona or Kogi. L :approx 9cm. Weight approx 35g
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