An ancient Pre Columbian Zenu gold copper alloy ritual figural finial crafted from Tumbaga, depicting a bird figure adorns this gold staff finial, a decorative element that would have once crowned a wood staff. The birds tail bears a chevron design, and the chest is ornamented with a series of open spirals that emulate elaborate plumage. Its wings are understated, as if folded at its sides, alluded to only by a small outward curve on either side of the chest. Braided wire lines the base of the finial cap, while simpler wire elements frame the bulging eyes. The beak is defined by two deep grooves at the base, and is slightly open with a widening near the center. The rows of spiral crests on the birds head is a common Zenu decorative motif in avian figures inspired by the helmeted curassow bird. Ancient Pre Columbian Figures And Historical Collectibles.