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Jar

MOA: University of British Columbia

2990/239

Moche version of a Recuay flaring spout jar with a vertical strap handle and flat base. Terracotta with cream and red-brown slip. Human figure to front with poncho and legs in relief. Figure flanked by pumas with projecting heads and bodies in relief. Partially restored.

  • Type of Item jar
  • Culture Moche
  • Material adhesive, clay, paint
  • Measurements height 19.6 cm, width 17.2 cm, depth 17.8 cm (overall)
  • Previous Owner Alan R. Sawyer, Erika H. Sawyer
  • Received from Erika H. Sawyer
  • Made in Peru
  • Creation Date between 101 BCE and 800
  • Collection Date between 1950 and 1975
  • Ownership Date before January 15, 2013
  • Acquisition Date on January 15, 2013
  • Item Classes ceramics
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 2990/0239

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