aug 15, 900 BC - Chavin de Huantar

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900-200 BCE
Stone, granite,
hammered gold alloy (jewelry)
Northern highlands, Peru. Chavin
Temple was part of a pilgrimage
Standing figure with large eyes looking upward
Large mouth, protruding fangs
One hand up, one down = heavens and earth
Carved channel on forehead to receive liquid offerings

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