A Nariño/Carchi mask ca. A.D. 1000-1500

depicting a coquero with small quid in the left cheek, the serene face modeled with pierced downcast eyes and small open mouth, a curvilinear resist design band extending down the cheeks, and the face framed by finely striated coiffure; pierced at the temples for suspension.

Mr and Mrs. Peter G. Wray Collection
The Richard Manoogian Collection (Sotheby's, November 19, 1990, lot 35)

Repaired cracks in 2-3 areas extending across the face.
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Masks of the late Tuza-style are relatively rare, showing contemplative, coca chewing individuals, more commonly seen as seated figures on benches; see  Labbé (1998: pl 123).