Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Moche, ca. 400 to 600 CE. An adorable pottery vessel in the form of a seated owl with a flat base, globular body, wide neck, and circular rim. The cute bird displays a pair of petite feet and tacked wings at its sides. The adorable visage is featured on the neck of the vessel, presenting a protruding curved beak and annular eyes with recessed pupils. A pair of perforated suspension loops flanks the owl's head, dually serving as ears. The exterior of the vessel is enveloped in a pale orange slip, while nice remains of beige and black paint adorn its verso. A fabulous example from the ancient Moche! Size: 3.4" in diameter x 5.1" H (8.6 cm x 13 cm)

Provenance: ex-Drimmer collection, Florida, USA, before 1965

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#165168

Collection label on base. Loss to right foot. Some resurfacing on interior. Some very light abrasions and miniscule nicks in areas. Otherwise, intact and excellent with nice earthen deposits on interior, as well as liberal remains of pigment.