The visual effect
of Muisca metalwork objects is partly due to the technique
most commonly used, lost-wax casting with the surface left
unfinished. Fine ornamental detail, such as the lace-like
edging on the rim of this diadem, would disappear if the
surface was made smooth.
Diadem
Gold A.D. 600 - A.D.
1600
Sogamoso, Boyacá
6,5 x 22,8 cm
