Authentic Pre-Columbian Moche 'Battle Scene' Pottery Stirrup ca. 500-700CE (AD) with COA and Provenance Striking Detail (see photos)

Authentic Pre-Columbian Artifact from the Northern Coast of Peru. Artifact highlights moving battle scenes on both sides of stirrup-jar. This vessel from the Moche (Mochica) Culture dates from phase IV (Late Intermediate Period) circa 500-700 CE. Shown in relief, one warrior grabs the head of another while holding a mace in the other hand; the other warrior is tilted back as if about to be defeated, grasping his opponent's hand. In opposite hand his long pointed spear or dagger is about to piece the side of his adversary. Vessel in reddish-tan with areas of cream and black pigment. Artifact shows all appropriate patina and aging and nice mineral deposits for a piece this age. Size: 8 5/8 inches (21.9 cm) in Height by 5 1/4 inches (13.33 cm) Wide Condition: Expertly repaired and restored; notably the handle and the spout have been reattached with the break lines restored. Nice mineral deposits on surface with some wear to the original pigment. Provenance: Comes with Certifi