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A Fantastic Pre-Columbian

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A fantastic stirrup pottery with bi-color surface decoration from Pre-Columbian Moche Culture 100-900AD, located in nowadays Northern coast of Peru. Moche pottery is known for its exquisite depiction of realistic portraits of both human and animals. This piece features a feline creature likely a jaguar perched on top of a human as its prey. While realistic in certain aspect, the potter made wonderful stylized details on the interplay of the two characters and more importantly, the surface of the body with slightly bulbous protrusions in alternate coloring. Dynamic from different angles, it is a wonderful piece of Moche art in a delightful form.

More Information

Origin:	Peru
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Pottery
Condition:	Excellent. Very minor surface wear only as shown in the photos, no restoration detected
Creation Date:	200-900AD
Styles / Movements:	Pre-Columbian, Traditional, Ancient Art
Incollect Reference #:	245330

Dimensions

W.	4 in;	H.	9 in;	D.	7 in;
W.	10.16 cm;	H.	22.86 cm;	D.	17.78 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.