Figure
MOA: University of British Columbia
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Sculptural terracotta representation of a seated mother with child on her right. Opening on back. Unbroken.
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Narrative
Similar in form to a “conopa” used for liturgical events, but normally in animal form.
- Type of Item figure
- Culture Moche
- Material clay
- Measurements height 4.6 cm, width 4.0 cm, depth 4.4 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 good
- Accession Number 2990/0406