The entrance of the Cueva del Chileno cave in southwestern Bolivia, which has been intermittently occupied by people for 4,000 years. The ritual bundle was discovered here in 2010.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. CaprilesA snuffing tube found in the ritual bundle was carved in the form of a human-like figure, replete with a human-hair braid.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. CaprilesThe pouch constructed of three fox snouts stitched together sits atop a colorful textile headband that was also a part of the discovery.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. CaprilesTiny spatulas fashioned from llama bone were part of the 1,000-year-old shaman's kit.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. CaprilesFigurines decorate a carved wooden snuffing tablet from the Cueva del Chileno find.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. CaprilesThe fox-snout pouch was discovered in a larger leather bag which held additional ritual items.
Photograph by Juan V. Albarracin-Jordan and José M. Capriles