Hunting or combat "Atl Atl" thruster, it features... Lot 13

Hunting or combat "Atl Atl" thruster, it features a bird with its head turned upside down symbolically evoking the double vision and instinct of the warrior hunter. Carved and polished hard stone, gold inlay in the eyes, wood covered with gold leaf. Mochica, Peru, 100 to 500 A.D. 51 x 9 cm Provenance: Heritage Auction Sale, September 29, 2006, lot #47225