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Pre-Columbian, North Central Peru, Chimu/Inca, ca. 1470 to 1525 CE. A wonderful example of blackware pottery demonstrating both Chimu and Inca influences. The black finish of most Chimu pottery was achieved by firing the pottery at high temperatures in a closed kiln which prevented the oxygen from reacting with the clay. Chimu artisans oftentimes created pottery in the likeness of animals. This piece also shows Inca influence in its form and because the Inca were the first to domesticate llamas and elevated the beasts of burden to a high status. Llamas played a pivotal role in the Inca culture and economy providing basic needs and serving as pack animals. In addition they served as cultural icons in spiritual and fertility rites. The reign of the llama in the Andean region ended abruptly with the Spanish conquest. Size: 7.25″ L x 5.75″ H (18.4 cm x 14.6 cm)
Condition: Broken spout, loss to tip of left ear, minor casting flaws at rear end of stirrup, and expected surface wear.
Provenance: Ex-Private Joan Hersey Pavao Collection, acquired in the 1970’s
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