Description:

Pre-Columbian, Northern Peru, ca. 400 CE. The Moche artisans were remarkably adept at bringing clay to life! Known for creating pottery representing actual individuals, the pieces can be remarkably realistic and specific, typically representing significant people or rulers. The Moche worldview was that of a hierarchical culture, a very ordered place where everyone understood his/her role in society. Moche vessels typically feature specific individuals dressed and carrying accouterments to indicate their role in society. Here we have a well-dressed musician playing a percussive instrument. His calm, almost solemn expression, cross-legged seated position, and refined tunic may indicate that he is a religious practitioner engaged in a ritualistic ceremony. The exquisite, naturalistically rendered facial visage, intricate delineations of his garb ie cross-hatched motifs of his lower tunic, the markings perhaps tattooing on his calves, and the incised geometric design of his head covering are the creative work of an expert sculptor. 9"T x 8"D x 4 1/4". EX-Catherine Sobredo collection acquired between 1964 and 1967 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: Spout reattached as shown, some minor wear to surface, else intact, excellent condition.

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$300 $999 $50
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$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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