Labret in the Form of a Saurian Head with Bifurcated Volute Emerging from Mouth by Tairona

Labret in the Form of a Saurian Head with Bifurcated Volute Emerging from Mouth Possibly 1000 - 1500

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This intricate gold labret, created by the Tairona people of Colombia, is a testament to their skilled craftsmanship. Dating back to between 1000 and 1500, the labret features a stylized saurian head with a bifurcated volute emerging from its mouth. The detailed reptilian imagery and the smooth, polished finish of this piece speak to the Tairona’s artistic mastery. Labrets, worn in the lip, were an important part of Tairona adornment, symbolizing status and power within their society. This particular labret is a powerful example of the enduring cultural legacy of the Tairona people, and it is currently on display at the Art Institute of Chicago.