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Mochica sculptural bottle representing man and woman copulating

Room E1, Vitrine E8


Ceramic
Peruvian Northern Coast
Florescent Epoch (1 AD – 800 AD)
ML004214

Both individuals are depicted with the attributes defining their rank or duties. The man is wearing a cap and short cape usually worn by Mochica priests. The woman is depicted wearing face paint, a necklace and bracelets, indicating that she is considered a high status individual within her society.