Figurine (Tunjo) of a Figure Holding Plants and Cup, Wearing a Crown by Muisca

Figurine (Tunjo) of a Figure Holding Plants and Cup, Wearing a Crown Possibly 1000 - 1500

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This gold "Tunjo" figurine, created by the Muisca people of present-day Colombia, depicts a figure holding plants and a cup, while wearing a crown. Dating back to 1000-1500 AD, the figure is a testament to the Muisca’s mastery of goldsmithing, with intricate details and a stylized, yet powerful, depiction of a figure likely holding a position of authority. The "Tunjo" is a significant example of Pre-Columbian art and provides insight into the cultural practices and beliefs of the Muisca, who inhabited the Bogotá Basin region.