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Inca offering llama to idols (engraving, 1587)
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Inca offering llama to idols (engraving, 1587)
LRI4644887 Inca offering llama to idols (engraving, 1587) by Poma de Ayala, Felipe Huaman (1526-1613); Museo Nacional de Antropologia y Arqueologia, Lima, Peru; Luisa Ricciarini; Peruvian, out of copyright
Media ID 23015786
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
Cult Inca Llama Perou Peruvian Precolombian Prehispanic Paganism
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Inca Offering Llama to Idols - A Glimpse into Pre-Columbian Rituals
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. This print showcases an engraving from 1587, created by Felipe Huaman Poma de Ayala, a renowned Peruvian artist. Housed in the Museo Nacional de Antropologia y Arqueologia in Lima, Peru, this artwork offers us a window into the fascinating world of ancient Inca civilization. The image depicts a significant religious ceremony where an Inca worshipper presents a llama as an offering to idols. The intricate details and delicate lines of the engraving bring this ritualistic scene to life. It is evident that religion played a central role in Inca society, with elaborate ceremonies and offerings being made to their revered deities. The llama, considered sacred by the Incas for its wool and meat, symbolizes fertility and abundance. Its presence in this ritual underscores its importance within their spiritual beliefs. This engraving provides valuable insights into pre-Hispanic American paganism and sheds light on the complex religious practices of South America's indigenous cultures. Luisa Ricciarini skillfully captures every nuance of this historical masterpiece through her lens. Her expertise allows us to appreciate not only the artistic brilliance but also the cultural significance embedded within each stroke of Poma de Ayala's original drawing. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are transported back in time—immersing ourselves in a world where rituals connected humans with their gods and animals held
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