Effigy bottle
Artist
Unknown
CultureNasca | Peruvian
Date400-600
MediumCeramic
DimensionsOverall: 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (11.4 x 11.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Leroy J. Pearlman
Object number83.642
Not on view
DescriptionRound bottomed effigy bottle; ovoid shape with modeled human head toward one side at top. Connected to pouring spout opposite on top by short arched strap handle. Figure probably represents agricultural deity whose painted arms and hands hold branches with fruit. His nose is modeled but rest of features and black hair are painted. Back of vessel is painted an insect monster, holding trophy head, whose body is composed of trophy heads; from his nose spouts a medallion.
