Lot 2070

Peru Vicus Stirrup Spout Ceramic Double Headed Lama Vessel

Sold June 28, 2025

Price realized
$325

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $ 450-750

Origin: Pre-Columbian Peru Vicus (Lambayaque) 800-1200 CE

Dimensions: 10×3.5x9in

Condition: No visible cracks or chips

Additional Information: A stirrup spout vessel with symmetrical double lama heads looking opposite directions on the body body. The lamas are simple with detailed eyes, mouth, nose, and ears. An added organic ornamentation is part of one side of the handle and spout joining them together. The vessel was used for storing liquids and burial offerings. It has Moche influence with the almond-shaped eyes as well as a Chimu influence at the base of the spout handle.

Lot details

Lot
2070
Closed
June 28, 2025

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