Moche Bichrome Owl Warrior Stirrup TL'd, ex-Museum

warrior moche bichrome stirrup coast form holding adorned particular supernatural culture spout tl'd features large wings striated head mythology accompany cream-on-red details lidded arches figure's ends anthropomorphic authenticity winning base ex-museum pre-columbian peru north bi-chrome terracotta vessel mace shield presenting finely delineated legs figure replete eyes orb-shaped tufts feathering prominent beak grand plumage beaded necklace armlets tubular posterior just protruding south american iconography underworld affinity animal depicting multiple species including barn typical gods warriors sacrifices chief using thermoluminescence analysis ancient report purchase university museum cultural patrimony code 2600 chapter guaranteed handle shipping condition holes abrasions mold-made straight tunic-like tail associated death burrowing depict shamans tested period ex-ashland ashland covering described worldwide in-house dimension restoration nicks chipping nice remaining phase impressive palette standing garment feather frequently shamanism spectacle used probably piece stated provenance ohio items legal buy/sell statute money certificate bids ship convenience 165343 light paint excellent pigments size