An impressive Inca Aryballo with Chimu influence. Attractive and well defined. Each
squarish quadrant has embossed stylistic birds incorporated on the upper half with
tiny raised dot elements in the contrasting background. Traditional pointed bottom,
side loop handles and a simple center lug. These vessels were mold made and quality
diminished with production. This vessels impressions are sharp and of higher caliber
which suggest first casts and for ceremonial use. To achieve this shiny black finish,
firing at a high temperature in a closed kiln was used along with stone burnishing.
Condition: Choice
Inca, Peru. Ca 15th century. Measures 8"/20.32cm respectively
As with all ceramics from these time periods, they met two functions: simple daily
domestic use with less finishing and ceremonial vessels that showed higher aesthetic
commitment.