Lot 2071
Chimu Peruvian Stirrup Spout Lucuma Fruit Vessel
Sold June 28, 2025
- Price realized
- $250
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $ 350-650
Origin: Chimu Civilization, Peru, Pre- Columbian, 900-1470 CE
Dimensions: 6x6x9.5in
Condition: The spouts lip edge is chipped
Additional Information: A stirrup spout vessel with four globular lucuma fruits connected to one another creating the body. Two of the fruit has the stirrup handle connected to the top while the other two pieces have the fruits leaves and a circle where the stem once was. The stirrup spout has a monkey sitting on one side while holding the spout.
The stirrup handles and spouts help prevent spillage and evaporation over time. The vessel was used for storing liquids and burial offerings.
Provenance: Reportedly Purchased at the SF Tribal Arts Show in 2018.
Lot details
- Lot
- 2071
- Closed
- June 28, 2025
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