Single Spout Vessel with Bird Attached to Strap Handle
200 BCE–200 CE
Medium
Ceramic and pigment
Dimensions
H.: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)
Classification
earthenware
Department
Arts of the Americas
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
12784
Art Historical Context
This exquisite Single Spout Vessel with Bird Attached to Strap hails from the Salinar culture of ancient Peru, dating to 200 BCE–200. Crafted from earthenware ceramic and adorned with pigments, it stands just 7½ inches (19.1 cm) tall, showcasing the masterful pottery traditions of Peru's North Coast. Now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago's Arts of the Americas department, this vessel exemplifies the Salinar people's skill in blending functionality with artistry—its single spout ideal for pouring liquids, while the strap handle, embellished with a modeled bird, adds both practicality and w...