Moche stirrup-spout figural bottle depicting a woman, ca. 300 - 500 CE Sculpture - Stone because many examples seem to

because many examples seem to show wear and almost all have rear spikes that could have been used as goads

The braided rope and painted headdress mark him as someone of consequence

acquired in the late 1950's

overall intact

marking him as a divine being above mortal rulers

Moche stirrup-spout figural bottle depicting a woman, ca. 300 - 500 CE Sculpture - Stone because many examples seem toA finely modeled terracotta stirrup spout bottle in the form of a seated woman, her arms clasped around a bent knee and her gaze directed downward in quiet introspection. The rounded forms of the body are rendered with characteristic Moche naturalism, and the facial features, prominent cheekbones, deep set eyes, and pursed lips, convey a striking sense of individuality. Painted white circular elements adorn her garment, suggesting a patterned textile