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Lot 234: ANTIQUITIES, Moche Parrot bottle 
AUCTION: Sale 293 - US Sale
- Sold Winning Bid: $500
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
An excellent Moche IV avian effigy from Peru, c. 450 – 550 AD. This beautiful example is 9-3/8” high, 8-1/4” long and depicts a parrot with an open beak. The wings and eyes are molded in high relief and enhanced with decorative elements. The whistle hidden inside the hollow head has good tone, a rare feature on Moche effigies. Restoration to spout. Ex Caravallo collection. Value range: $800 - $1000
Lot Details
- Offered By: VAuctions
- Lot #: 234
- Listing #: 219142
- Closed: Thursday, December 20, 2012 5:56:30 PM CT
- Estimate: $800