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Decorative Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Replica, "Moche Captive"

Name: Decorative Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Replica, 'Moche Captive'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 403063
Price: 135.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (88 reviews)

Product ID: 403063

by Walter Jose Acosta (88)

A captive with hands tied behind his back is guarded by a cat-like personage with human arms and legs. Or perhaps the creature is comforting him.... more

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A captive with hands tied behind his back is guarded by a cat-like personage with human arms and legs. Or perhaps the creature is comforting him. Walter Jose Acosta creates a ceremonial vessel in the style of Peru's pre-Inca Moche people. This enigmatic replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel is meticulously crafted of burnished terracotta and painted by hand.

1.04 kgs
2.3 lbs

22 cm H x 18 cm W x 18 cm D
8.75" H x 7" W x 7" D

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Ceramic
Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
Clean with a soft, dry cloth
For decorative use only
Not signed by artist
Not watertight
Made in Peru
Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
Product ID: 403063

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Walter Jose Acosta

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Oliver

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Feb 24, 2025

“Excelente réplica de cerámica retrato moche”

Extraordinaria réplica , realista , naturalista de un personaje moche , en rojo y crema ; Walter consigue transportarte a esa magnífica cultura con sus manos .

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Luis

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Jul 16, 2024

“Great display piece”

I ve had ceramic vessel for a number of years. It s a great piece, colors are vibrant, and it feels special because someone invested their time in Creating it.i would definitely purchase again

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Rowena

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May 03, 2024

“Beautiful vessel”

Beautiful craftsmanship! I love the flowers and and the paintings os the winged animals and the llama.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Walter Jose Acosta has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of a new kiln as well as in clay, pigments and paintbrushes.

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This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.

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Meet the Artist

Walter Jose Acosta Ceramic archaeological replicas

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"Believe it or not, some archaeologists have been fooled by my work! That's because of the ageing process I use with my pieces."

"I'm from the Huambo province in the Amazon region of Peru, and I lived in this beautiful place with my parents until I was 15 years old, when I... read more