Lot 2063
A Black Moche Stirrup Spout Multi-Figural Bottle
Sold June 28, 2025
- Price realized
- $160
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $500-750
Origin: Pre-Columbian Peru, Chimu culture, 1350-1480 Has Moche, Chimu and Lambayeque features.
Dimensions: 4×5.5×8.75 in.
Condition: Light scuffs and wear throughout the piece
Additional Information: A Moche Ceramic Stirrup Spout Vessel depicting a human or animal figure with a fanned hat on and its hands to its mouth. Below the figure what looks to be a jaguar and another lying-down human figure. The figures and creatures a hand-molded detail and structure and the piece is painted entirely in a dark black color. The vessel has a rounded spout and handle in the back.
The vessel may have been used for rituals or as a funerary offering, or to hold liquids such as maize beer. Moche pottery is known for is naturalism and depictions of daily life and beliefs.
Lot details
- Lot
- 2063
- Closed
- June 28, 2025
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