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Origin

Peru

Accession #

AG.2025.20

Date of Acquisition

2025

Description

This stirrup spout fish pot has a texture resembling scales and an opening for the mouth.

Medium

Ceramic

Dimensions

7.25" tall x 3.5" wide x 8.5" length

Location

45/2416

Collection

Gift of Carlos Cardenas and Davron King

Exhibit Label

Stirrup Spout Fish Pot is a cast reproduction from The Gold Museum in Lima, Peru. The mold is believed to be ancient. Similar styles were found around residential homes. The Gold Museum refers to the style as Mochica. However, some features are also influenced by the Chimu style.

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