Light Wood, 11" Round, Bottom is 4-¼ high one side 3-½ other side, uneven. Engraved Peruvian people, farms, animals, spirituals. Die painted. Made in Lima Peru March 1979
Received from a neighbor. you was a TWA stewardess and travelled the world.
Hi Mike,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Peruvian folk carved circular wooden bowl
dated 1979
the convex side die-carved with Peruvian people, animals, buildings and spiritual figures; dated to the interior
between 3 1/2 and 4 1/4 inches high, diameter 11 inches
CONDITION: some possible shrinkage to the wood, colors appear bright
PROVENANCE: acquired in Peru by a neighbor who was a flight attendant
$100-150*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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