Ceremonial Tumi - copper and bronze plate

"What I want to transmit is everything that ancient Peruvian cultures left for the world – I want everyone to know these great artisans and their creations." The legendary ceremonial knife of the ancient Inca, the tumi centers this admirable decorative plate by Angel Franco. He works with galvanized bronze and copper as he creates contrasts of color and texture in the crafting of this plate. The tumi was used for rituals during the Inti Raymi ceremonies in honor of the sun, after the maize harvest. Today, hanging a tumi on the wall is believed to bring good luck. Copper and bronze Do not use abrasives Wipe with a damp cloth 7.75" Diam. Made in Peru, ships from US "I was born January 27, 1949 in Parinacochas, Ayacucho where I grew up with my parents and siblings. My father was a goldsmith and I inherited my love for art from him. "I married very young so I had to start working on my own. I kept all this from my family and, when they found out about it,