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Male and Female Chancay Ceramic Replica Sculptures from Peru, "Chancay Duality"

Product ID: 314469

For this pair of traditional cuchimilco sculptures, Peruvian artisan Walter Jose Acosta draws inspiration from the ancient Chancay culture of South... more

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For this pair of traditional cuchimilco sculptures, Peruvian artisan Walter Jose Acosta draws inspiration from the ancient Chancay culture of South America. Crafted of ceramic, the sculptures depict a nude male and female that stand side-by-side, representing the duality of life that the Chancay held in high regard.

  • 0.37 kgs
  • 0.8 lbs
  • Largest piece: 15 cm H x 10 cm W x 5 cm D
  • Largest piece: 6" H x 3.9" W x 2" D
  • Smallest piece: 15 cm H x 10 cm W x 5 cm D
  • Smallest piece: 6" H x 3.9" W x 2" D

  • Ceramic
  • Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Marked with artist's initials or trademark
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 314469
Walter Jose Acosta
Walter Jose Acosta

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Tatyana

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Jan 14, 2022

“Terrific”

Terrific art piece in my terracotta collection!

Purchased Item Chancay Duality, Male and Female Chancay Ceramic Replica Sculptures from Peru

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Katherine

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Sep 03, 2025

“Connecting to my roots”

A great thank you to this artisan! I have recently discovered that Im genetically related to the Lady of Cao which has prompted in me much research on the Mochica culture. The symbolism of this stirrup pot is particularly significant to me. It was wrapped impeccably and arrived in flawless condition. It is absolutely breathtaking. ?? Un enorme agradecimiento a este artesano ????. Recientemente descubrí que tengo un vínculo genético con la Señora de Cao, lo que me ha llevado a investigar mucho sobre la cultura mochica. La simbología de este huaco es particularmente significativa para mí. Llegó envuelto de manera impecable y en perfectas condiciones. Es absolutamente impresionante. ??

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Marsha

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Jul 04, 2025

“Love my Laughing Moche Head”

Señor Acosta, your ceramic work is outstanding. A year or so ago, I bought your Bird hunting Fish ceramic, and told you I love it, but never found the place to review it. Now I have added your Lauging Moche Head, a replica of a Moche ceramic Ive seen photos of in the Metropolitan Museum, and your replica is absolutely perfect. Every one of the visitors to my home gets to see your wonderful work, and hear some things about the Moche. Thank you so much . Marsha

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Walter Jose Acosta has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of a new kiln as well as in clay, pigments and paintbrushes.

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Walter Jose Acosta Ceramic archaeological replicas

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"Believe it or not, some archeologists have been fooled by my work! That's because of the aging process I use with my pieces."

"I'm from the Huambo province in the Amazon region of Peru, and I lived in this beautiful place with my parents until I was 15 years old, when I... read more

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