Andean Copper Masks
Copper mask, 'Warrior God in Battle'
A fan-like helmet used in battle rests powerfully atop this representation of Ai Apaec, a feline god of the ancient Moche culture. Ana Maria Enciso adapts the mask's style from the breastplates of high-ranking Inca royalty, who were often buried wearing pieces such as this one.
Copper mask, 'Warrior Leader'
Proud, fearless, and brave, this mask represents the virtues of a good warrior. The stylized motifs identify this piece as that worn by a true warrior leader. It represents his strength over any animal, and his devotion to the gods as well as their blessings in return.
Copper mask, 'Ai Apaec with Ritual Crown'
Eyes rimmed with golden rays, the god Ai Apaec wears a ritual headdress. Crowned by the sun itself, it is adorned with birds that dangle alluringly from either side; splendid earrings confirm the status of this divine personage.
Bronze masks, 'Tumi' (pair)
Inspired by the sharp arc of the tumi, a pre-Hispanic blade, Ana Mar�a Enciso creates a pair of beautiful masks. In the larger mask, a figure stands on the gleaming ceremonial knife. The smaller piece depicts a ruler with the sun god Inti on his headdress.
Copper mask, 'God of Fertility'
An elaborate headdress symbolizes a stalk of corn with an arrow pointing towards the heavens � the realm of Ai Apaec, the supreme god of Peru's Moche culture. Diamonds and golden suns adorn the ears of this mask, luminously framing an empowered expression.
Bronze masks, 'Ancient Trio' (set of 3)
Wearing elaborate headdresses and earrings, faces appear from the ancient past. Ana Mar�a Enciso creates a trio of masks inspired by the Lambayeque cultures. Located north of Lima, the fertile Lambayeque Valley was the cradle of the Moche and Chimu civilizations.
Copper mask, 'Warrior God in Tears'
This mask represents Ai Apaec, a mythical figure honored by the Moche culture. The design itself is adapted from the breastplates worn by high-ranking Inca men as found in Andean tombs.
Copper mask, 'Sun God Temple'
Radiant and mystical, this mask of the sun is a stylized replica by the talented Ana Maria Enciso. The original piece adorns the grand Coricancha temple, dedicated to the Sun God in the Imperial City of Cuzco.
Copper mask, 'Lord of Sipan'
This mask by Ana Maria Enciso is inspired in the burial site of the Lord of Sipan, one of the most important discoveries in Peruvian archaeology. The tomb was filled with valuable articles, representing the man's high rank and semi-divine status.
Copper mask, 'Sun Ritual'
Worn during sacred rituals, this Moche mask celebrates the sun's benevolence. Its five star crown was originally intended to resemble the sun's rays. Ana Maria Enciso handcrafts this mask in copper, soldiering embossed bronze motifs to replicate the masks found at Lambayeque.