Moche Stirrup Portrait Vessel of Wide-Eyed Man
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Description
Pre-Columbian, Peru (North Coast), Moche Culture, ca. 100 to 700 CE. This is a stirrup vessel with a short spout and a thin handle in the form of a seated man with a geometrically-patterned outfit, large dangling earrings, and hands resting on his knees. His face appears stern, with wide, staring eyes and a prominent nose. Size: 6" L x 5" W x 7.75" H (15.2 cm x 12.7 cm x 19.7 cm)
Provenance: Ex-California Museum of Ancient Art
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#115237
Provenance: Ex-California Museum of Ancient Art
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#115237
Condition
Intact, with clear painted details.
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Moche Stirrup Portrait Vessel of Wide-Eyed Man
Estimate $900 - $1,200
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