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Moche IV Pottery Stirrup Jar - Ai Apec

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Pre-Columbian, northern Peru, Ca 400 to 500 CE. Moche IV pottery stirrup jar in the form Ai Apec - the much-feared Moche god of the underworld. Fanged smile, wrinkled face, wearing cap and beaded necklace and ear rings. 8-3/4" H.

Provenance: Ex-private C. Sobredo collection acquired in 1964.

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Condition

Chimney reattached, else excellent

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Moche IV Pottery Stirrup Jar - Ai Apec

Name: Moche IV Pottery Stirrup Jar - Ai Apec
SKU: 28309543
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

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