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Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Portrait Replica Vessel, "Eternal Moche"

Name: Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Portrait Replica Vessel, 'Eternal Moche'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 403067
Price: 94.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (88 reviews)

Product ID: 403067

by Walter Jose Acosta (88)

By Walter Jose Acosta, this huaco, or terracotta vessel is a realistic portrait of a man from Peru's pre-Inca Moche culture. Archaeologists believe... more

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By Walter Jose Acosta, this huaco, or terracotta vessel is a realistic portrait of a man from Peru's pre-Inca Moche culture. Archaeologists believe these "head portraits" were crafted for ceremonial purposes to guarantee a life after death. They have been found in tombs, and may be a way of identifying the dead as a member of Moche society. Crafted by hand, the vessel is meticulously painted by hand in russet brown on beige.

0.88 kgs
1.9 lbs

29 cm H x 15 cm W x 20 cm D
11.5" H x 6" W x 7.75" D

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Ceramic
Not watertight
For decorative use only
Signed by the artist
Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
Clean with a soft, dry cloth
Made in Peru
Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
Product ID: 403067

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Cristina

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Sep 02, 2021

“Moche Warrior”

Mr. Acosta, your talent and skill are astonishing! This moche warrior vessel captures the expression of the Moche people.

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Luis

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Jul 16, 2024

“Great display piece”

I ve had ceramic vessel for a number of years. It s a great piece, colors are vibrant, and it feels special because someone invested their time in Creating it.i would definitely purchase again

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Rowena

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May 03, 2024

“Beautiful vessel”

Beautiful craftsmanship! I love the flowers and and the paintings os the winged animals and the llama.

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Walter Jose Acosta has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of a new kiln as well as in clay, pigments and paintbrushes.

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Walter Jose Acosta Ceramic archaeological replicas

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"Believe it or not, some archeologists have been fooled by my work! That's because of the aging process I use with my pieces."

"I'm from the Huambo province in the Amazon region of Peru, and I lived in this beautiful place with my parents until I was 15 years old, when I... read more