Moche ceramics are some of the best known objects from pre-colonial South America.
200-900 C.E.
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Funerary bundle of the Señora de Cao
The discovery of this Moche woman's luxurious tomb made scholars question the Moche culture's relationship between gender and power
Moche culture, an introduction
Not one unified political entity, the Moche were independent groups who shared common ideas—and artistic forms.
Moche Portrait Head Bottle
Thousands of ceramic bottles were produced by Moche ceramicists, and many multiples were made using molds.
Pair of Earflares, Winged Messengers
Made of gold and inlaid stone, these earflares were probably worn for ceremonies rather than daily.
