Lot 253

Moche Copper Tumi | Jaguar Finial Fanged Mouth

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Moche Copper Tumi | Jaguar Finial Fanged Mouth

Estimate: $600 - $900

Starting Bid: $300

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 11, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
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Louisville, CO, US 80027

Moche, ca. 500 - 700 CE. Copper tumi having a large seated jaguar finial, depicted with an open fanged mouth, protruding tongue, large c-shape ears, a long curled tail over his back and powerful body. Long rectangular blade having a curled tip. Blade is an ancient, matching replacement. Size: 6”L x 1.5”W (15.2 x 3.8cm).

Provenance: Ex. James Tait Goodrich, Grandview-on-Hudson, NY., ex. private CA. collection, acquired from Pat Woolsey, mid 1960’s to early 1970’s.

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Item # 71375

  • Condition: Overall blue-green surface patina with areas of encrustation. Jaguar missing left fang. Otherwise intact.

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