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THBMoche Bichrome Owl Warrior Stirrup TL'd, ex-Museum
Lot 90
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Pre-Columbian, Peru (North Coast), Moche Culture, Phase III, ca. 350 to 550 CE. An impressive mold-made bi-chrome terracotta vessel in the form of an owl warrior holding a mace and a shield, presenting finely delineated features adorned in a cream-on-red palette. Standing upon straight legs, the figure is replete with details: large, lidded eyes set within orb-shaped tufts of feathering, a prominent beak, grand wings adorned by striated plumage, a beaded necklace, armlets, and a tunic-like garment. A tubular stirrup spout arches from the back of the figure's head and ends on its posterior, just above the protruding tail feather. Size: 6.25" L x 5.125" W x 8.375" H (15.9 cm x 13 cm x 21.3 cm)
The owl is frequently associated in South American iconography with the underworld, death, and shamanism. The Moche seem to have had a particular affinity for the animal, depicting multiple species, including the barn owl, typical owl, burrowing owl, and spectacle owl. They are used to depict gods, warriors, sacrifices, and shamans, as this one probably is. A large anthropomorphic owl was also the chief supernatural warrior of Moche mythology.
This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.
Provenance: ex-Ashland University Museum, Ashland, Ohio, USA
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#165343TL holes on base and back of head. Restoration to spout. Light nicks and abrasions with chipping to paint. Otherwise, excellent with nice remaining pigments.Condition
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