A rare and deeply compelling Chancay-style birthing doll — one of the most evocative forms in all of pre-Columbian textile art. | Peru | Cabinet of Curiosities | Antique Folk Art Doll This figure depicts a central mother surrounded by infant forms, a composition strongly associated with Chancay funerary and ceremonial tradition from the coastal desert regions of Peru (ca. 1000–1470 CE). Constructed of woven cotton cloth with remnant pigment in terracotta and dusty rose tones, the piece retains exceptional surface integrity with a rich, natural aged patina throughout. The diamond-shaped flat body, articulated limb forms, and stylized facial features are consistent with Chancay aesthetic conventions — instantly recognizable to collectors and museum curators alike. What you’re bringing home: • Woven cotton construction with original pigment remnants • Terracotta, rose, and natural linen tones • Diamond-form body with multiple figure composition • Approximately 10” across • Natural aged patina — no restoration • Ruler shown in photos for accurate scale Whether you’re a serious pre-Columbian collector, a curiosities enthusiast, or a lover of world folk art, this is a piece that stops people in their tracks.