{"product_id":"pre-columbian-moche-iv-painted-bird-stirrup-vessel","title":"Pre-Columbian Moche IV Painted Bird Stirrup Vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth Coast of Peru, Moche Culture, Phase IV, ca. 500–700 CE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant Moche IV stirrup-spout vessel featuring a globular body with a finely modeled bird in high relief perched along the shoulder. The vessel is decorated with a rich red slip accented by cream-painted stylized avian motifs encircling the upper body, while the sculptural bird displays carefully rendered wings, eyes, and beak. The harmonious combination of painted and modeled decoration reflects the sophisticated artistic traditions of the Moche ceramic workshops during the height of their cultural development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirds held important symbolic significance in Moche iconography, often representing the connection between the earthly and supernatural realms. Their frequent appearance on ceremonial vessels reflects their association with ritual, status, and the natural world, themes that played a central role in Moche religion and elite society.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vessel is well preserved, retaining its original stirrup spout and bridge handle, with substantial areas of its original polychrome decoration remaining visible. The surface exhibits an attractive ancient patina, scattered mineral deposits, and expected age-related wear consistent with long burial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 8” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: Ex. Private Florida Collection. Ex. Fenix Fine Arts, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53318113132841,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/9AE8D086-623F-44BD-AEA0-0DF26C3B8F72.jpg?v=1783480902","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/pre-columbian-moche-iv-painted-bird-stirrup-vessel","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}