Finial
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Finial

TitleFinial
ArtistChimú North coast, Peru
Date1100–1470 12th century
MediumBronze
Classificationmetal
OriginPeruvian North Coast Peru
Holding institutionArt Institute of Chicago
Credit lineGift of David Bernstein
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

About this artwork

“Finial” is a work by Chimú North coast, Peru, dated 1100–1470. It is executed in bronze and classified as metal. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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Recorded origin: Peruvian North Coast. Browse more public-domain art from Peru.

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