Pre-Columbian Moche Vessel Sacrificial Ritual Skull and Andean Condor 450-700 AD

Description: Pre-Columbian Pre-Columbian Moche Vessel Sacrificial Ritual Skull and Andean Condor 450-700 AD Pre-Columbian Andean Moche Vessel Sacrificial Ritual Skull and Andean Condor 450-700 AD This is a Pre-Columbian Andean Polychromed Pottery Ritual Vessel. The imagery of the skull face imagery with large hollowed eyes, and prominent teeth, large downturned mouth and the holes to indicate the nose are typical of a skull in decomposition. The Andean condor on the skull has an additional ritual meaning.The bird with massive talons and strong, curved beak adorning this vessel is an Andean condor, identified by the large caruncle (fleshy protuberance) at the base of the beak and the wattle around the neck. Impressive birds with a wing span of up to ten feet, Andean condors inhabit the high Andes mountains above 9,000 feet. They are primarily carrion eaters, but will occasionally kill for food. Condors and vultures are highly symbolic birds and are a frequent theme in Moche art. They embellish tumis, or knives used in ritual sacrifice, and are often shown pecking at human and animal heads and bodies. Because of their eating habits, they have a natural connection with predation, death, and sacrifice. This vessel is very likely linked to ritual use. Source: The MET, 2024 ***Please be aware that this is an ancient work of art and is quite fragile, as such the wear and tear is normal and part of the age.*** PROVENANCE: Purchased an Studio City (Los Angeles, CA) estate. This estate included Pre-Columbian (Andean), Asian and African artifacts. Condition:Condition is commensurate with age and use. Very good condition, nice aged patina, colors are faded. Please see photos ***Please be aware that this is an ancient work of art and is quite fragile, as such the wear and tear is normal and part of the age.*** Measurements: 8 1/2 x 5 x 7 inches Weight: 1 lb 9 oz PRICE: $865.00 Shipping: $43.99 Shipping Cost in the US. Ebay Global Shipping or contact seller for additional international shipping rates. I can ship more than one item together and give you better rates, just contact me and I will respond. I usually answer questions very quickly (depending on time difference) Customs duty, VAT, or import duty is the responsibility of the buyer. All items for sale are vintage or antique and it may show evidence of wear. Please see condition report and photos. I try to describe the items to the best of my ability. Please review the information, photos and/ or ask questions before bidding. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. 30 day returns, buyer pays return shipping Payment Terms: Payments are due within 48 hours of the end of the auction or listing. Shipping: $43.99 Shipping Cost in the US. Shipment will be sent with tracking and careful, sturdy packing, recycled, when possible. We will ship your item as soon as possible. Shipping usually takes no more than two business days. If you have any questions please contact us before bidding. For international shipping, we use Ebay Global shipping. If you need this shipped with particular requests, please contact me for international shipping rates before purchasing. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!

Price: 865 USD

Location: Los Angeles, California

End Time: 2024-12-03T03:08:20.000Z

Shipping Cost: 43.99 USD