Copper and bronze mask, 'Inca from Vicus'

Ana Maria Enciso takes her inspiration from a gold mask created by Inca's ancient Vicus culture. Interpreting the dignified image in copper, she adds details in gleaming bronze. "His earrings, headdress and necklace demonstrate his great power," she explains.

Copper and bronze mask, 'Octopus'

Eight waving tentacles crown a mysterious Andean icon. Interpreting an octopus, Ana Maria Enciso shapes copper and bronze into a dramatic mask.

Copper mask, 'Sun God Temple'

Radiant and mystical, this mask of the sun is a stylized replica by the talented Ana Maria Enciso. The original piece adorns the grand Coricancha temple, dedicated to the Sun God in the Imperial City of Cuzco. Enciso crafts the mask in copper with amazing detail; it features six felines and the face of a divinity on top. The mask undergoes a galvanized bath to obtain the green undertones that embellish it. The Spanish conquistador Diego de Trujillo wrote that when he and his troop arrived at Coricancha temple, a "regally dressed" priest stopped them and told them that in order to be worthy of entering the temple they should not have eaten, be bare-footed and carry a heavy load on their backs in a sign of respect and humility towards the Sun God. Coricancha was regarded as the "Place of Gold," for the Sun God was to the Inca their supreme deity.

Copper and bronze mask, 'Inca Chief'

Strength and wisdom emanate from impassive features. Working in copper, Ana Maria Enciso depicts an ancient Inca chief. Polished surfaces and golden bronze accents adorn the blue green mask.

Copper mask, 'Portada del Sol: Inti'

Inti � the God of the Sun � emerges in every evocative detail of this handcrafted mask. Worshipped by the Inca people, he ruled over the divine realm while the Emperor (said to be the son of Inti) reigns in the mortal world, acting as the deity's intermediary. Offerings were made to him of gold, silver, livestock, and the so-called Virgins of the Sun. This image is based on archaeological finds at a site named Portada del Sol in the Peruvian high plains. Elaborated in copper and bronze by Ana Maria Enciso, it mesmerizes with its burnished tones � executed using galvanizing techniques.

Copper and bronze mask, 'The Lord of Sipan'

Wearing an elaborate headdress, earrings and a necklace of golden peanuts, the Lord of Sipan is an imposing sight. His helmet takes the shape of the tumi, or ceremonial knife. Sipan is an archeological site in northern Peru where the tomb of the Lord of Sipan was discovered in 1987. Working in copper and bronze, Ana Mar�a Enciso commemorates the ancient personage in a beautiful mask.

Copper mask, 'Warrior Leader'

Proud, fearless, and brave, this mask represents the virtues of a good warrior. The stylized motifs identify this piece as that worn by a true warrior leader. It represents his strength over any animal, and his devotion to the gods as well as their blessings in return. Ana Maria Enciso handcrafts this mask in copper, which she then treats to a galvanized bath to achieve a permanent green glow. Embossed bronze motifs evidence the Moche's affiliation with their gods. An admirable piece, ideal for a collection of world masks.

Copper and bronze mask, 'Moche Nobleman'

Maria Enciso represents warriors and noblemen from Peru's ancient Moche culture in her stunning masks. Polished surfaces and golden bronze accents adorn the green copper features. Demonstrating the symmetry in pre-Hispanic art, she pays tribute to Andean ancestors.

Bronze masks, 'Ancient Trio' (set of 3)

Wearing elaborate headdresses and earrings, faces appear from the ancient past. Ana Mar�a Enciso creates a trio of masks inspired by the Lambayeque cultures. Located north of Lima, the fertile Lambayeque Valley was the cradle of the Moche and Chimu civilizations. Enciso crafts the masks from copper and bronze treated with galvanic solutions. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'Crowned Ai Apaec'

Wearing a crown that emulates the sun, the god Ai Apaec appears in ancient splendor. Birds adorn his headdress, centered by a mysterious visage. Ana Mar�a Enciso crafts this extraordinary mask from copper and bronze, eliciting a rich texture with galvanic solutions. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'God of Rituals'

With imponderable countenance, the Moche god Naylamp stares into the present from the distant past. Ana Maria Enciso creates a mythical vision in copper, chemically treated to a glowing green. Bronze details emphasize the expression of this handsome mask with their rich golden tones. A triangular hook at the back permits hanging.

Copper mask, 'Ai Apaec with Ritual Crown'

Eyes rimmed with golden rays, the god Ai Apaec wears a ritual headdress. Crowned by the sun itself, it is adorned with birds that dangle alluringly from either side; splendid earrings confirm the status of this divine personage. Ana Mar�a Enciso crafts this mask from copper and bronze treated with galvanic solutions. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'Lord of Sipan'

This mask by Ana Maria Enciso is inspired in the burial site of the Lord of Sipan, one of the most important discoveries in Peruvian archaeology. The tomb was filled with valuable articles, representing the man's high rank and semi-divine status. One of the pieces � a silver necklace featuring ten realistic human heads � is the basis for this mask. Combining sheets of copper and bronze, the artisan creates a textured vision, while galvanization techniques result in the blend of chemical tones. A work of eternal spirit for the contemporary interior. Note the intriguing appearance of scorpions on the ears.

Copper jewelry boxes, 'Andean Trail' (set of 4)

The beauty of the Andes and its most famous landmarks inspire the design of these jewelry boxes. The set of four stackable boxes includes scenes from every day life as well as the glorious Inca city of Macchu Pichu. Ana Mar�a Enciso evokes the scenes with fine expertise as she uses repouss� techniques on copper.

Copper mask, 'Tears of a God'

Ai Aepec, the supreme god of the Moche people, sheds two solitary tears; his face is stern and fearsome. The gesture expresses Ai Aepec's divine sensibility. Ana Maria Enciso invokes the presence of the powerful deity as she creates this extraordinary mask. She crafts the mask of copper and bronze and treats the face to a galvanized bath to achieve the distinct green finish.

Copper mask, 'Grand Lord'

Wearing elaborate earrings, the Lord of Sipan is an imposing sight. His helmet takes the shape of the tumi, or pre-Hispanic ceremonial knife. Sipan is an archeological site in northern Peru where the tomb of the Lord of Sipan was discovered in 1987. Working in copper and bronze, Ana Mar�a Enciso commemorates the ancient personage in a beautiful mask. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'God of Fertility'

An elaborate headdress symbolizes a stalk of corn with an arrow pointing towards the heavens � the realm of Ai Apaec, the supreme god of Peru's Moche culture. Diamonds and golden suns adorn the ears of this mask, luminously framing an empowered expression. Ana Maria Enciso crafts the piece by hand from a combination of bronze and copper, while techniques of galvanization create the cool malachite tone. An adornment of fertile Andean sentiment for the home d�cor. At Huaca de la Luna, a ceremonial structure found on the western flanks of Cerro Blanco in Peru, archaeologists discovered a polychromatic relief panel depicting Ai Apaec, the supreme god of the ancient Moche culture. The image is characterized by his feline attributes, mythical mask, prominent eyebrows, agape mouth, and sharp, aggressive fangs. Black scrolls surround his face while a rhombus appears at the center, bordered in stylish bands representative of manta rays. Ai Apaec is identified with the ideologies inherited from the epic of the Chavin and complemented by other deities, such as the serpent, the condor, or the eagle, representative of Andean culture. It is suggested that his influence is primarily cosmic and that Ai Apaec was actually a constellation in the sky.

Copper and bronze mask, 'Eight Tears'

By Ana Maria Enciso, this mask represents a merciful Inca deity. Eight golden tears flow from the sad eyes while a bold headdress attests to his importance in the ancient pantheon.

Copper mask, 'Sun Ritual'

Worn during sacred rituals, this Moche mask celebrates the sun's benevolence. Its five star crown was originally intended to resemble the sun's rays. Ana Maria Enciso handcrafts this mask in copper, soldiering embossed bronze motifs to replicate the masks found at Lambayeque. Enciso's keen eye for detail renders this mask spectacular - ideal for the admirer of Peru's glorious past.

Copper masks, 'Cat God' (pair)

Elongated eyes and fierce fangs characterize the jaguar, deified in pre-Hispanic times. These exquisite masks by Ana Mar�a Enciso link the mythic beast with the condor and the fox, both represented in the figures' elaborate earrings. Enciso crafts the masks from copper and bronze treated with galvanic solutions. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Bronze masks, 'Tumi' (pair)

Inspired by the sharp arc of the tumi, a pre-Hispanic blade, Ana Mar�a Enciso creates a pair of beautiful masks. In the larger mask, a figure stands on the gleaming ceremonial knife. The smaller piece depicts a ruler with the sun god Inti on his headdress. Enciso crafts the masks from copper and bronze treated with galvanic solutions. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'Warrior's Courage'

This mask captures the fearless spirit of a Moche warrior who assesses the battlefield with knowing eyes. The sun god appears on his earrings and ocean waves wash across his headdress. The work represents the face of courage. Ana Maria Enciso crafts the mask in copper and bronze. A hook at the back facilitates hanging.

Copper mask, 'Warrior God in Tears'

This mask represents Ai Apaec, a mythical figure honored by the Moche culture. The design itself is adapted from the breastplates worn by high-ranking Inca men as found in Andean tombs. Ana Maria Enciso shapes the expression from a combination of copper and bronze, employing galvanized colors to complement the metallic surface. A singular Peruvian adornment for any space. At Huaca de la Luna, a ceremonial structure found on the western flanks of Cerro Blanco in Peru, archaeologists discovered a polychromatic relief panel depicting Ai Apaec, the supreme god of the ancient Moche culture. The image is characterized by his feline attributes, mythical mask, prominent eyebrows, agape mouth, and sharp, aggressive fangs. Black scrolls surround his face while a rhombus appears at the center, bordered in stylish bands representative of manta rays. Ai Apaec is identified with the ideologies inherited from the epic of the Chavin and complemented by other deities, such as the serpent, the condor, or the eagle, representative of Andean culture. It is suggested that his influence is primarily cosmic and that Ai Apaec was actually a constellation in the sky.