Pre-Columbian, Peru, Chimu, ca. 1100 to 1470 CE. This is an interesting piece sure to spark conversation - a black ware stirrup vessel with a small duck-like bird perched on one side of the spout, and with the body of the vessel formed as a wide-eyed, big-headed llama whose legs are tied together under his stomach. He also has a rope tied around his mouth. Llamas were of course the key animal in pre-Columbian Peru, and many of them have been found buried in graves as if they are offerings or animal companions for the afterlife. This llama may represent one on its way to be sacrificed to spend eternity with its master. Size: 7.25" W x 8.25" H (18.4 cm x 21 cm)

Provenance: Ex-California Museum of Ancient Art

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#115262

Small surface crack and slight encrustation to body of llama; otherwise intact.