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Moche Stirrup Vessel Geometric Motifs - TL Tested

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Moche Stirrup Vessel Geometric Motifs - TL Tested

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Description

**Originally Listed At $300**

Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Moche IV, ca. 200 to 500 CE. A large, flat-bottomed, ovoid bichrome terracotta stirrup-spouted vessel with fine-line painted russet brown step and stylized geometric motifs on a cream ground. Pieces like these were often used for holding sacred fermented liquids used in ceremonies or placed in graves as offerings. A wonderful example, impressive for its elegant form as well as its painted decorative program. Size: 6.125" W x 9.5" H (15.6 cm x 24.1 cm)

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) and has been found to be ancient; if purchased, you will receive a report confirming its age.

Provenance: Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, Louisiana USA, acquired over twenty years ago

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Condition

Surface wear with pigment loss as shown. Nicks to rim of spout and small probe hole through side wall.

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Moche Stirrup Vessel Geometric Motifs - TL Tested

Name: Moche Stirrup Vessel Geometric Motifs - TL Tested
SKU: 57687155
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $700 - $900

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