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Wari Spear Thrower with Zoomorphic Handle
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Wari Spear Thrower with Zoomorphic Handle

This Wari spear thrower (600–1000 AD) showcases pre-Hispanic craftsmanship and ritual significance. Its wooden base is carved into intertwined double-headed snakes. A copper hook holds the projectile, and the bone handle features a kneeling zoomorphic creature. This imagery highlights the object’s ceremonial importance, reflecting the cultural and symbolic depth of Wari society.
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