Lot 481: ANTIQUITIES. A fine Moche V Globular Jar

A fine Moche V globular jar from Peru, c. AD 550 – 700, decorated with three complex depictions of weapons bundles, showing a shield, battle club, atlatl and spears, surrounded by various decorative designs. The chevron rim band shows the Huari stylistic influence on ceramics from this Terminal Period. H: 6 ¼”. Cf. Donnan, Moche Fineline Painting I, page 155, for nearly identical example from Berlin’s Museum for Volkerkunde. Ex Andrea Sarmiento collection, Miami. Value range $350-$450.

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 481
• Listing #: 200923
• Closed: Thursday, October 4, 2012 9:00:00 PM CT
• Estimate: $350