Pre-Columbian Art and Artefacts Auction

February 04, 2016

LOT 3

Lot 3

Early Mochica Painted Pottery Stirrup Vessel, Peru, 400-100 B.C.

Early Mochica Painted Pottery Stirrup Vessel, Peru, 400-100 B.C.
Lot 3 Details
Early Mochica Painted Pottery Stirrup Vessel, Peru, 400-100 B.C.

of gourd form with lobed body in two colours with burnished finish
height 8.75" — 22.2 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $418.20
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Early Mochica Painted Pottery Stirrup Vessel, Peru, 400-100 B.C.
  • Early Mochica Painted Pottery Stirrup Vessel, Peru, 400-100 B.C.
Provenance:

From a Private Montreal Collection of Pre-Columbian Art and Artefacts

Ex Collection Alan Lapiner, Sotheby Parke-Bernet Sale 4547Y, Nov. 24, 1981, Lot 277

CONDITION DETAILS

condition noted

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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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