{"title":"Chancay","description":"\u003cp\u003eWorks from the ancient Chancay culture of coastal Peru, celebrated for their distinctive white-on-red ceramics, fine textiles, and wooden figures dating from approximately 1000 to 1470 CE.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chancay-painted-ovoid-amphora-1100-1400-ce","title":"Chancay Painted Ovoid Amphora – Coastal Peru, Circa 1100–1400 CE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant ceramic amphora originates from the Chancay culture of coastal Peru, dating approximately 1100–1400 CE. The ovoid form is adorned with striking black, red, and cream geometric decoration, and features applied lug handles for carrying or suspension — a superb and documented example for collectors of ancient ceramics or Andean art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chancay culture flourished along the central coast of Peru between approximately 1000 and 1470 CE, before being absorbed into the expanding Inca Empire. Chancay ceramics are among the most distinctive of the pre-Columbian Andes, characterized by their cream-slipped grounds, bold black painted geometric and figural motifs, and expressive modeled forms. Vessels such as this amphora were produced in significant quantities and served both utilitarian and funerary purposes, often placed in tombs as offerings to accompany the deceased. The culture’s prolific ceramic output and refined textile tradition have made Chancay works highly sought after by collectors of ancient Andean art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCulture: Chancay, Coastal Peru\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Circa 1100–1400 CE\u003cbr\u003eMedium: Painted ceramic\u003cbr\u003eDecoration: Black, red, and cream geometric motifs\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 11¼ in H × 7½ in W × 6½ in D\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery good condition consistent with age. A superb and documented example.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre-Columbian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53228175589743,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/6967\/5375\/files\/s-l1600-207.jpg?v=1784585195"},{"product_id":"chancay-ceremonial-kero-drinking-vessel-800-1200-ce","title":"Chancay Culture Ceremonial Kero Drinking Vessel – Central Coast Peru, Circa 800–1200 CE","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-built pottery drinking vessel (kero) from the Chancay culture of the Central Coast of Peru, dating approximately 800–1200 CE. The kero features a planar base, gradually widening walls, and a thin rim surrounding a deep basin, all covered in the remains of white pigment — highlighting the decorative aesthetic typical of Chancay ceramics. These vessels were often used for ceremonial or ritual drinking, reflecting the social and spiritual practices of the Chancay people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kero form has deep roots in Andean ritual life, used across multiple cultures for the communal consumption of chicha (fermented maize beer) during ceremonies, feasts, and offerings. Among the Chancay, keros were frequently placed in funerary contexts, underscoring their spiritual significance. The survival of white pigment on this example is a notable feature, as surface decoration on hand-built Chancay wares is often heavily worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCulture: Chancay, Central Coast, Peru\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Circa 800–1200 CE\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Hand-built pottery\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Ceremonial drinking vessel (kero) with planar base, widening walls, and thin rim\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 5.2 × 5.625 in (13.2 × 14.3 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrivate collection, Lumberton, Texas, USA; acquired before 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNicks and chips to the rim and body. Light encrustations consistent with age. Fading to the white pigment, though nice remains of pigment survive on the kero. Overall good preservation for a hand-built ceremonial vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre-Columbian","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53228345557359,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/6967\/5375\/files\/s-l1600-158.png?v=1784587217"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.lybrothersfineart.com\/collections\/chancay.oembed","provider":"L\/Y Brothers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}