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Moche I Seated Figure, Inlaid Detailing browse these categories for related items... All Items: Pre-Columbian: Peru and Bolivia: Pre AD 1000: item #968046 Please refer to our stock #ABDWK05 when inquiring.
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Very rare and important ancient Pre-Columbian Moche I Stirrup Vessel, early example, ca 200 A.D. Depicting a seated lord or shaman, in burnished blackware pottery; legs crossed, he is wearing a short loin-cloth and large-brimmed hat; forehead with deep-incised tattooing. Eyes and arm-bands inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli, pure gold crescent ring suspended from nose. 6-3/8"H, intact/choice condition, save re-attachment of spout. One of the finest examples we have ever offered, truly worthy of the finest museum or private collection. PROVENANCE: Ex-private southwest, USA Collection. Authenticity Guaranteed |
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