{"product_id":"pre-columbian-moche-iv-shamanic-figural-vessel","title":"Pre-Columbian Moche IV Shaman Figural Vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA finely modeled Pre-Columbian figural vessel from the Moche culture of ancient Peru, dating to approximately 100–700 CE (Moche Phase IV). The vessel depicts a shamanic or ritual specialist figure, shown holding a cluster of ulluchu fruit—an element closely associated with Moche ceremonial and sacrificial iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe figure is rendered with a composed, stylized expression, framed by large earspools and an elaborate headdress incorporating a recumbent animal form. The rounded body rises into a tall, flared neck, consistent with Moche vessel forms of the period. The hands are carefully modeled, grasping ritual elements that reinforce the ceremonial identity of the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe surface retains an exceptionally well-preserved red slip, with visible mineral deposits and areas of manganese accretion consistent with age and long-term burial. Painted and relief details remain clear, including facial markings and geometric motifs on the reverse. The vessel presents in strong overall condition, with surface wear appropriate to its antiquity. 11 1\/2\" in height. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53067603345705,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_43c54ff9-4175-441d-a4e2-621bf80e2e8c.jpg?v=1777424834","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/pre-columbian-moche-iv-shamanic-figural-vessel","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}