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Bird-Shaped Staff Finial
This gold staff finial from the Zenú culture (c. 490 AD), found in the Caribbean lowlands of Colombia, depicts a stylized bird with elaborate plumage. Likely used by elite leaders, the piece symbolizes power, fertility, and communication with the divine. The fine ornamentation reflects the Zenú mastery of lost-wax casting and their spiritual worldview.
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