{"product_id":"ancient-pre-columbian-vicus-ceramic-figural-whistle-stirrup-vessel","title":"Ancient Pre-Columbian Vicús Ceramic Figural Whistle Stirrup Vessel – Peru, ca. 100–500 CE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis expressive ceramic stirrup vessel from the Vicús culture of coastal Peru dates to approximately 100–500 CE and features a sculptural human figure with whistle function — a remarkable combination of artistic achievement and ritual utility. Decorated with a rich red slip characteristic of the Vicús tradition, the vessel exemplifies the sophisticated ceramic artistry of early Andean civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStirrup-spout vessels are among the most iconic forms in Pre-Columbian ceramics, and examples incorporating figural sculpture and whistle mechanisms are particularly prized by collectors. The human figure rendered here displays the expressive, animated quality typical of Vicús figural work, conveying both individuality and ceremonial gravitas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounted on a clear acrylic display stand for presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCulture: Vicús Culture, coastal Peru\u003cbr\u003eDate: ca. 100–500 CE\u003cbr\u003eMedium: Ceramic with red slip\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVessel: 8¾ in H × 6½ in W × 7⅛ in D\u003cbr\u003eDisplay stand: 1 in H × 6 in W × 5 in D (included)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vicús Culture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53225794208111,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/6967\/5375\/files\/s-l1600-162.jpg?v=1784500024","url":"https:\/\/www.lybrothersfineart.com\/products\/ancient-pre-columbian-vicus-ceramic-figural-whistle-stirrup-vessel","provider":"L\/Y Brothers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}