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Pre-Columbian Terracotta Vessel, Moche Culture, Peru

$2,700
£2,044.16
€2,367.37
CA$3,821.12
A$4,281.19
CHF 2,226.41
MX$51,869.89
NOK 28,365.42
SEK 26,480.11
DKK 17,671.95

About the Item

Pre-Columbian Terracotta Vessel, Moche culture, Peru A wonderful vessel from the Moche people in the shape of yam or yucca (manioc) root. A couple of the tips are abraded, but it's a visual delight from every angle. 4.5 by 9.5 inches and 10.5 inches (11.4 by 24.1 and 26.7 cm) Ex Bruce Heath Rodgers collection, San Francisco
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Terracotta,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Peru
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa AD 800-1250
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#1661 1stDibs: LU1778245749502

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