Pre-Columbian Moche Ceramic Stirrup Vessel of a Dignitary

2ND-5TH CENTURY A.D.

8 1/4 in. (596 grams, 21 cm high).

A classic example of a seated dignitary figure modelled with one hand resting on his knee, the other held to his breast, wearing a cloak and headdress; pierced through the nostrils.

Provenance

Private U.K. family collection formed in the early 1970s.
The property of Mr and Mrs P.R. of East Sussex.
Thence by descent to family members.
Private collection, UK.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13175-248965.

Literature

For similar, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, object number 1979.206.1113 and 63.226.10.

Footnotes

Moche sculpture often celebrates dignitaries in positions of power, evidenced by posture and fine clothing.

CONDITION

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LOT 2342