conopa (Amulet)

About this object

History of use

Used for liturgical events.

Narrative

Final Phase of Late Paracas. Effigies with round holes in their backs were found only in the final phase of Paracas culture, proto Nasca and first phase Nasca.

Physical description

Frog effigy with round opening at its back (conopa). Reed stamped eyes, pupil and punched nostrils. Arms and legs outlined by incisions. Faint traces of cream paint residue in incisions. Complete.