Jar
Artist/Maker
Moche
(North Coast, Peru)
Date100-800
Mediumpottery and paint
DimensionsOverall: 10 3/8 x 7 1/4 x 7 1/2 in. (26.4 x 18.4 x 19.1 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of A. D. Vara
Terms
Object number87.0032
DescriptionJar in the form of a seated lord appearing to emerge from a mountain-like form. The conical headdress may indicate warrior status. The posture and style of the seat is much like those associated with Moche thrones.On View
Not on viewCollections
ca. 450-650