Description:

Northern Peru, ca. 100CE, Moche I, Pre-Columbian. This redware pottery spouted vessel is in the form of a captive of warfare. Of paramount concern for Moche artists was their intention to inform and communicate a narrative in their work. This piece tells the story of what happened to victims of war as they approached the Sacrifice Ceremony. His weapons and clothes were bundled together and carried off by the winner, who paraded this unfortunate individual with a rope tied around his neck toward the ceremonial precinct where captives, with their hands tied behind their backs would suffer the consequences of losing in war. This example shows explicit details that tell this sad story - note the rope around his neck, hands tied behind his back, faithfully rendered genitalia even on the underside, and sorrowful gaze. 6"T x 4-1/2"D x 3-1/2"W Provenance: Ex-Catherine Sobredo Collection. All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids, papered by our parent company, Artemis Gallery Ancient Art. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Choice condition!

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