Moche Spouted Vessel Conjoined Figures
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Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Moche, ca. 500 to 800 CE. A rare and fascinating pottery stirrup vessel comprised of 2 figural chambers, each in the form of a seated figure with hands held to their ears. Both figures are seated in a crouching position with elbows resting on their propped up knees and huge eyes gazing foreword above naturalistic noses and straight mouths. They wear tunics, adorned with white-painted geometric designs with mantles draping their heads. A tubular spout rises from the back of each figure. Size: 4.6" L x 6.2" W x 5.6" H (11.7 cm x 15.7 cm x 14.2 cm)
Provenance: private Carroll collection, Georgia, USA, by descent; ex-private Jim Carroll collection, Maryland, USA, acquired 1960s
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#181594
Provenance: private Carroll collection, Georgia, USA, by descent; ex-private Jim Carroll collection, Maryland, USA, acquired 1960s
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.
#181594
Condition
Spout has been repaired with some chipping, losses, and visible break lines. Light surface wear as shown, but otherwise nice presentation with good remaining pigments.
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Moche Spouted Vessel Conjoined Figures
Estimate $600 - $900
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