Handle Spout Vessel Depicting Seated Figure Drinking from Cup Possibly 1200 - 1450

This handle-spout vessel from the Chimú culture, dating back to the 13th-15th centuries, is a stunning example of Pre-Columbian art. The vessel is crafted from ceramic and depicts a seated figure drinking from a cup, its stylized features and geometric patterns characteristic of Chimú art. The vessel's functional design as a container for liquids further highlights the Chimú people's technical skill and artistic prowess. The piece, now in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into the daily life and artistic traditions of this ancient civilization.