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Handle Spout Vessel in Form of a Bird Eating a Snake, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
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Handle Spout Vessel in Form of a Bird Eating a Snake, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Handle Spout Vessel in Form of a Bird Eating a Snake, 100 B.C./A.D. 500
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1st Century Ad 1st Century Bc 2nd Century 3rd Century 4th Century Ceramic And Pigment Early Intermediate Eating Handle Moche Mochica Peru Peruvian Pre Colombian Pre Columbian Precolombian Precolumbian Reptile Reptiles Snake South American Spout Spouted Vessel 1st Century Arts Of The Americas Earthenware
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This print showcases a Handle Spout Vessel in the form of a Bird Eating a Snake, dating back to 100 B. C. /A. D. 500. Created by an unknown artist, this ancient ceramic piece is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of South America. The vessel features intricate details and vibrant colors that have withstood the test of time. The brown earthenware serves as the canvas for this remarkable artwork, which depicts a bird devouring a snake while seated on its haunches. The craftsmanship is truly awe-inspiring, with every feather and scale carefully sculpted and painted using ceramic pigments. Displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago's Arts of the Americas collection, this artifact offers us a glimpse into Pre-Columbian civilizations such as Moche or Mochica from Peru. It represents their deep connection with nature and their reverence for animals. The handle spout adds functionality to this decorative piece, transforming it into both art and homeware. Its unique shape makes it stand out among other vessels from that era. As we admire this extraordinary creation through our modern lens, we can't help but marvel at how it has survived centuries intact. This photograph allows us to appreciate not only its beauty but also its historical significance as part of South American culture. Through capturing moments like these in photographs, Heritage Images preserves our collective history and ensures that future generations can continue to be inspired by these masterpieces from around the world.
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