Amulet

MOA: University of British Columbia

3150/8

Small alabaster farm scene, with a collection of buildings in various heights surrounding a central square. Many have a roof, while others are flat with circular or hatched decorations. On one side is a line of four cattle facing outwards, each showing front legs, horns, small carved eyes, and broad backs. Remnants of dark orange pigment can be seen in the cracks of the buildings and cattle. Underside is unmarked.


  • Type of Item amulet
  • Culture Peruvian
  • Material alabaster stone
  • Measurements height 3.0 cm, width 8.0 cm, depth 5.5 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Zbigniew Adam Szybinski
  • Received from Zbigniew Adam Szybinski

  • Made in Arequipa

  • Creation Date between 1900 and 1950
  • Ownership Date before February 24, 2016
  • Acquisition Date on February 24, 2016

  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3150/0008