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Stirrup vase Anthropomorphic model of a weaver wearing a pon…
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Stirrup vase Anthropomorphic model of a weaver wearing a pon…
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Estimate €800 - €1,200
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Description
Stirrup vase
Anthropomorphic model of a weaver wearing a poncho with symbolic geometric decoration. He wears large circular tambas on his ears, attesting to his important position in the clan.
Polychrome terracotta, broken stirrup glued in place
Mochica III-IV, 400-600 AD
20 x 15.5 x 15 cm
Provenance: collection of a former senior French diplomat.
Acquired by the current owner at the Castor-Hara sale on 30 May 2011, Drouot, Paris, lot no. 18 in the catalogue.
Thermoluminescence test by Laboratoire QED, 9 May 2011
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