Handmade Archaeological Copper and Bronze Mask, "Moche God Great Ai Apaec"

The Moche Warrior Lord Ai Apaec reveals his presence as a powerful mask. He is associated with the jaguar, thus his depiction bears feline features. Ai Apaec's image usually adorned the breastplates of high-ranking Inca functionaries. They wore them throughout their lives and were buried with them. Angel Franco adapts original details as he works with bronze and copper, creating contrasts of color and texture in the crafting of this mask.