Ancient Andean Musician Playing Antara

The antara, also called zampoña or sikuri, is a traditional Andean instrument central to Peruvian folk music. In ancient Peru, it was used in ceremonies and depicted in Mochica scenes of the afterlife or combat, symbolizing a connection between worlds. Antaras were played in pairs to emphasize harmony between opposites. The display includes a gilded copper Mochica whistle, a Mochica ceramic of a ritual dance with a musician, and Nazca antaras, highlighting cultural continuity.