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Handcrafted Ceramic Moche Replica Llama Sculpture from Peru, "Moche Llama"
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This charming ceramic vessel by Walter Jose Acosta depicts a black and white llama. Crafted and decorated by hand, the sculpture replicates the art of Peru's ancient Moche civilization. Domesticated animals such as the dog, guinea pig and llama often figured in their highly developed ceramic arts.
- 0.69 kgs
- 1.5 lbs
- 21.5 cm H x 22 cm W x 9 cm D
- 8.5" H x 8.75" W x 3.5" D
- Ceramic
- Signed by the artist
- For decorative use only
- Not watertight
- Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in the Andes
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Susan
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03/28/2019
"LIght-hearted beautiful piece."
This guy just makes me smile every time I look at him. Beautifully made. Hes carrying one of my airplants. Just love him!
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Susan
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10/18/2020
"Wonderful Llama"
This llama has so much personality and is so cute and cheerful.
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KATHLEEN
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10/13/2020
"Love the personality"
Personable lama holds bracelets and flowers on bathroom counter. I smile every morning. Wonderful quality - just as pictured.
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Tatyana
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01/14/2022
"Outstanding"
Outstanding art piece in my terracotta collection!
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Tatyana
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01/14/2022
"Terrific"
Terrific art piece in my terracotta collection!
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Tatyana
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01/14/2022
"Astonishing"
Astonishing art piece in my terracotta collection!
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Moche Owl God, Archaeological Ceramic Sculpture
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