Name: Ceramic vessel, Eternal Moche
SKU: 403067

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Mochica Head Peruvian Style Mochica Head Decorative Ceramic Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Peru’s Walter Jose Acosta breathes life into the stylistic art of the Moche people, also known as Mochica, fashioning an extraordinary ceramic reproduction of a huaco vessel. Every intricate detail of this exquisitely handcrafted accessory comes alive as the vessel showcases the head of a man adorned with a traditional headdress. This remarkable decorative accent will transport you to the heart of Peruvian heritage, a testament to the timeless beauty and enduring legacy of ancient artistry.

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Mochica Warrior Peruvian Mochica Style Decorative Warrior Ceramic Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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The artistic essence of the Moche people, also known as Mochica, is masterfully revived by Peru’s Walter Jose Acosta in this breathtaking ceramic reproduction of a huaco vessel. With meticulous craftsmanship, every delicate detail springs to life, unveiling a warrior adorned with a traditional headdress that boasts a striking wild cat motif. Infuse your space with the cultural significance and unmatched beauty of this remarkable decorative accent.

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Cupisnique Jaguar-Shaman Peru Archaeology Ceramic Jaguar-Shaman Face Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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This museum replica depicts a shaman transforming himself into a jaguar. One side of the face has long feline fangs, while the human side shows a serpent emerging from the nose and the ears takes the shape of a deer. Among Peru's pre-Inca Cupisnique culture, identified by archeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle in the 1940s, the face of this jungle cat is frequently seen in their art. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the image in a huaco, or clay vessel. The original can be seen in the Museo Larco in Lima.

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Moche Prisoner Peru Archaeology Moche Prisoner Replica Clay Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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A captive with hands tied behind his back bares his teeth at a curious bird. 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.

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Moche Owl Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Owl Replica Decorative Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Peering out from the pre-Hispanic past, an ancient owl is ever watchful, its talons ready for its winged nocturnal hunt. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the handsome bird in a ceremonial vessel in the style of Peru's Moche people, who crafted realistic clay portraits of people and animals. This exquisite replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel is meticulously crafted of burnished terracotta and painted by hand.

$89.10 Wholesale

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Noblewoman of Nazca Peru Archaeology Terracotta Nazca Noblewoman Replica Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Walter Jose Acosta depicts a high-ranking woman of the Nazca culture of ancient Peru. Her robes reveal intricate geometric motifs, expertly handwoven by these pre-Inca people. Even more complex patterns border her finely-woven head covering, and she decorates her face with precise red dots. Crafted of terracotta, the image is masterfully painted by hand.

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Mythic Nazca Orca Andean Archaeology Ceramic Nazca Orca Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Among the Nazca people of ancient Peru, there exists a legend of an orca that captured the heads of humans. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the creature in an intriguing huaco, or clay vessel. Heads captured by the whale appear within its sleek body but visible nonetheless as the creature prepares to dive into its kingdom deep in the ocean. In the Nazca lines, fish characters allude to this deity.

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Moche Captive Decorative Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Replica

Walter Jose Acosta

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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.

$84.60 Wholesale

~~$94~~ $84.60
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Moche Fish Peru Archaeology Moche Fish Replica Decorative Clay Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Swimming sinuously down a pre-Hispanic river, an ancient fish flaunts fluted gills, bright eyes and a flirty tail. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the beautifully-detailed creature in a ceremonial vessel in the style of Peru's Moche people, who crafted realistic clay portraits of people and animals. This exquisite replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel is meticulously crafted of burnished terracotta and painted by hand.

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Eternal Moche Peru Archaeology Ceramic Moche Portrait Replica Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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By Walter Jose Acosta, this huaco, or terracotta vessel is a realistic portrait of a man from Peru's pre-Inca Moche culture. Archaeologists believe these "head portraits" were crafted for ceremonial purposes to guarantee a life after death. They have been found in tombs, and may be a way of identifying the dead as a member of Moche society. Crafted by hand, the vessel is meticulously painted by hand in russet brown on beige.

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Nazca Rituals Peru Archaeology Ceramic Nazca Replica Decorative Vase

Walter Jose Acosta

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Animals, people and deities come to life on this replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel. By Walter Jose Acosta, this ceremonial vessel has two spouts, joined by a curved handle. He works in terracotta, meticulously painting the images by hand. A pre-Inca culture, the Nazca peoples were highly skilled ceramists and their pottery was usually covered with icons of their beliefs and lifestyles.

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Wild Moche Duck Peru Archaeology Moche Duck Replica Decorative Clay Vessel

Walter Jose Acosta

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Paddling serenely across a pre-Hispanic lake, an ancient duck is frozen en time, the moment preserved for eternity. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the beautiful bird in a ceremonial vessel in the style of Peru's Moche people, who crafted realistic clay portraits of people and animals. This exquisite replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel is meticulously crafted of burnished terracotta and painted by hand.

$66.60 Wholesale

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Featured Reviews

Ceramic vessel, 'Nazca Rituals'

Robert

Jun 13, 2023

Phantastic work!

My warmest Thanks to Walter Jose Acosta for this incredible and wonderful piece of art! Through my work as a film director, I came into contact with Nazca culture and was immediately enchanted and excited. These vessels are truly empathetic and authentically designed replica that resurrect this extinct culture. Many thanks to Walter for this time travel!

Ceramic vessel, 'Eternal Moche'

Oliver

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 .