Double Spout and Bridge Vessel Depicting Incised and Painted Abstract Feline Face c. 650
paracas
theartinstituteofchicago
ceramic, inorganic-material
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3d sculpting
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rounded shape
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war
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ceramic
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curved arc
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vessel
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stoneware
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inorganic-material
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coloured pencil
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latin-american
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curved shape
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curved surface
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This double-spout vessel from the Paracas culture of ancient Peru, dating back to c. 650, is a striking example of their ceramic artistry. The vessel, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, features a rounded body with a distinctive bridge handle. Its surface is decorated with a combination of incised lines and painted red patterns, depicting a stylized feline face, highlighting a prominent motif in Paracas art. The geometric patterns and the feline image are both intricately rendered, showcasing the skill and creativity of the Paracas potters.
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