Material : Terracotta
Origin : North coast of Peru
Culture : Moche
Era : 100 BC / 700 AD
Early Intermediate

Condition : restorations (top of head and handle)

Dimensions : 8-1/4" H

Stirrup spout vessel: typical form of Mochica ceramic, already known since Chavin Culture. Representation of an old man, seated on his haunches: one hand is under his chin and the other one is on his knee. His face is wrinkled with much realism. Use of Mochica traditional colours: brown and cream.

 

Bibliography
C. B. Donnan, « Moche Ceramic Portraits », p. 127 – 140, "Moche Art and Archaeology in Ancient Peru", 2001, Londres. Collec. "Pérou. L'art de Chavin aux Incas" p. 73 - 107. Pa