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Pre-Columbian Stirrup Vessel from Moche Culture

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A ceramic stirrup vessel pot from late Moche culture circa 500-700AD in nowadays Northern Coast of Peru.
The hollow vessel features a rounded body and a stirrup handle and sprout, supported by a short foot ring. The highly stylized surface is decorated with deep relief of linked zoomorphic design. The mysterious motif appears to be a water creature with a triangular head with large circular eyes, a beak-like open mouth, and pointed ears. The geometrical form was shown in the raise pattern that was burnished in a red color. The recessed and the rest part was covered in a yellowish slip. An old paper sticker remains on the base. While the surface decoration with paint is common, the molding or carving are less frequent.
Provenance: From the collection of a deceased benefactor of Wichita Art Musuem, KS and purportedly exhibited in the museum at some point.
For Moche bottles with carved surface, see examples ML002144 and ML002981 in the collection of Museo Larco, Lima, Peru.

More Information

Origin:	Peru
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Good. Minor losses. Minutes fleabite chip on the rim, some marks on the body, shelf wear. Examine under UV light.
Creation Date:	500-700AD
Styles / Movements:	Pre-Columbian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	608594

Dimensions

H.	9.3 in;	Diam.	6 in;
H.	23.62 cm;	Diam.	15.24 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.