Bone Knife with Corded Handle

This bone knife from the Middle Horizon period (600–1000 AD) showcases ancient Andean craftsmanship. The handle features corded ends, serving both functional and decorative roles. Such knives were used in daily tasks or ceremonies, blending utility and artistry in pre-Columbian societies. The bone material underscores resourcefulness and a symbolic link to life and death in Andean cosmology.