Moche ceramic double-bottle bottle with monkey and human figures

$103.08

Culture: Moche (100–700 AD)

Material: Hand-molded ceramic

Type: Double-bottle bridge bottle

Motifs: Human figures with monkey; geometric bands

Condition: Good, with light surface wear and natural paint

Use: Ritual, ceremonial, decorative, collectible

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Description

Impressive pre-Columbian double-chambered seramica bottle from the Moche culture, one of the most artistically sophisticated civilizations of ancient Peru. This vessel features two human figures carrying a monkey, sculpted in high relief with remarkable detail and expressive features.

Symbolic Moche motifs surround the body of both chambers, featuring wavy patterns and stepped geometric elements. These decorations likely had ceremonial significance, possibly referencing water, fertility, or cosmology.

Slight signs of aging, such as surface wear and hairline cracks, add authenticity and highlight the piece’s age. Traditionally, vessels like this one were used in rituals or ceremonial practices, possibly to contain hallucinogenic liquids or sacred beverages.

Perfect for collectors, museums, or as a striking decorative piece rich in cultural symbolism.

Additional information
Weight1400 g
Dimensions22.7 × 8.5 × 21 cm
Peso neto700 g
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