Authentic Pre-Columbian Moche 'Sacrifice Scene' Pottery Stirrup ca. 500-800CE (AD) with COA & Provenance skeletal warrior with bound animal
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Authentic Pre-Columbian Moche 'Sacrifice Scene' Pottery Stirrup ca. 500-800CE (AD) with COA & Provenance skeletal warrior with bound animal

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Authentic Pre-Columbian Artifact from the Northern Coast of Peru. Artifact highlights moving sacrificial scene depicting a skeletal warrior with bound animal. This stirrup-jar vessel from the Moche (Mochica) Culture dates from phase IV (Late Intermediate Period) circa 500-800 CE. Shown in relief, skeletal warrior grabs bound animal on alter. Vessel in reddish-brown ground with painted cream. Artifact shows all appropriate patina and aging and nice mineral deposits for a piece this age. Size: 7 3/4 inches (19.68 cm) in Height by 6 1/2 inches (16.51 cm) Deep Condition: No repairs or damage noted- Nice mineral deposits on surface with wear to the original pigment. Provenance: Comes Certificate of Authenticity- Further-Purchased from Palmyra Heritage Gallery New York, NY -prior -Private SW USA collection, acquired over 30 years ago. Released from private collection that has sold in New York City galleries as well as top auction-Guaranteed Authentic All items legal to buy/sell

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