Pre-Columbian Pottery Moche Bichrome Portrait Vessel

Description

Beautiful realistic portrait vessel. Features include naturally shaped eyes with painted pupils, beautifully sculpted nose and lips, ears decorated with double danglers on each, and striated, red and white face paint. The figure is wearing some kind of headdress. Portrait vessels were sculpted as a portrait of an important member of Moche society. This vessel would have been made using a mold which made the thin walls of this piece, and Moche pieces possible. Like many luxury items, this vessel probably had a variety of functions, all designed to show the wealth and importance of the figure in the portrait.
Please refer to the included photos for a comprehensive condition of the pigment covered areas.
Understanding who this person was and what made them a prominent member of society are all secrets that are probably lost to history. Staring at this piece while researching the Moche culture makes history come alive.
Approximate Measurements: 9.75" height x 7.5" wide x 5.5" deep.
Condition: Condition is excellent. Minor discoloration and or wear to the pigment in areas.  No chips, cracks, or sign of repairs.  Please refer to photos.
I am in the process of selling off my entire Pre-Columbian Pottery collection.  My pieces have been collected over the last two decades from various antique galleries, reputable auction houses, and private collectors.  I have thoroughly enjoyed amassing my collection but the time has come to pass the items along to the next owners.
Will happily ship internationally.  Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any and all questions.