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Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Woman Riding a Llama, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
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Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Woman Riding a Llama, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Woman Riding a Llama, 100 B.C./A.D. 500
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1st Century Ad 1st Century Bc 2nd Century 3rd Century 4th Century Andean Andes Ceramic And Pigment Cream Cream Colour Early Intermediate Handle Llama Moche Mochica Mountain Range Peru Peruvian Pre Colombian Pre Columbian Precolombian Precolumbian Santa Valley South American Spout Spouted Vessel 1st Century Arts Of The Americas Earthenware
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This print showcases a remarkable ceramic vessel from the early intermediate period of South America, specifically between 100 B. C. and A. D. 500. The vessel takes the form of a woman riding atop a majestic llama, beautifully crafted with intricate details and vibrant colors. The handle spout vessel is an exquisite example of the rich artistic heritage found in the Andean region, particularly in Peru's Santa Valley. Its cream-colored earthenware base is adorned with pigments that bring life to this ancient masterpiece. The unknown artist skillfully captures the essence of both human and animal forms, creating a harmonious fusion between them. The woman's graceful posture and flowing garments reflect her importance or perhaps her mythical status within their culture. As we admire this artifact, we are transported back in time to an era when ceramics were not merely utilitarian objects but also expressions of creativity and symbolism. This vessel served as both a functional container and a work of art that represented cultural beliefs or narratives. Through this photograph, we gain insight into the pre-Columbian world where people revered nature's beauty by incorporating it into their daily lives through exquisite craftsmanship like this handle spout vessel. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity and artistic prowess of our ancestors who left behind such extraordinary legacies for us to appreciate today.
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