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THBMoche Bi-Chrome Stirrup Vessel - Crab Claw
Lot 90
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Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Moche, Classical Period, ca. 400 CE. A fascinating bichrome stirrup vessel depicting the claw of a giant crab, perhaps intended to represent Ai Apec, the Moche god of the underworld who takes on many phenotypes. In this example, Ai Apec has transitioned from anthropomorphic deity to crustacean in order to protect the sea from foragers who intend to leave the waters barren of food for the indigenous. (See more on this below.) Remarkable artistry, rich iconography, impeccable technique! Size: 8.125" W x 9.125" H (20.6 cm x 23.2 cm)
In the Metropolitan Museum of Art's book about the Nathan Cummings Collection, the author writes about a popular scene in Moche iconography in which "an Ai-Apec crab is shown catching a fierce fish demon on a hooked line, while it slashes at him with a chopperlike knife. The crab deity appears to be defending the sea against a force that would drive away the food on which the Mochica depended." ("Ancient Peruvian Ceramics: The Nathan Cummings Collection" by Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, NY) Alan Reed Sawyer,1966, p. 57)
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Dr. Fisher collection, Germany
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#148467Professionally repaired from about a half dozen pieces with restoration over the break lines, but very well done and difficult to see. Minor surface wear with some scuffs to pigment commensurate with age. Mineral deposits in areas. Old collection number on label on underside of base.Condition
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