Description:

Pre-Columbian, Peru (North Coast), middle to late Moche, ca. 400 to 800 CE. A humorous mold-made stirrup vessel in the form of a long-suffering llama carrying two sacks, one on either side of his body, and, on his back, the body of his human companion, who appears incapacitated. The man slumps on his stomach across the llama's back, with only his head raised. A tall, gently-curved handle rises from the man's head on one side and the llama's head on the other. The man's clothing and face are detailed, showing him in a tunic with a hood, long leggings, and bare feet. Size: 8.25" W x 9" H (21 cm x 22.9 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Dr. E. Fisher collection, Germany, 1950-1970

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#151837

  • Condition: Expertly repaired and restored, notably where the handle meets the body. This is so well done as to be almost invisible. Small chip from spout. Nice preservation of pigment and light deposits on surface.

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