^Lot 140 A Moche Stirrup Vessel Double Monkey

From northern Peru, ca. 500 AD, ancient pottery stirrup vessel decorated on both sides in high-relief depicting crouching monkeys having curled tails and open toothy mouths. Tan ground with painted red-brown stripes and highlights. 9-1/4"H, spout repaired/reattached with restoration over breaklines, otherwise intact and near-choice. Comes with TL certificate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Private German collection, ex-NYC auction.