Paracas Ceramic Spout-and-Bridge Vessel

Paracas culture, South Coast Peru, circa 800-100 BCE. Earthenware spout-and-bridge vessel in low-fired ceramic with polychrome slip and incised geometric decoration. Featuring a globular form surmounted by a flared cylindrical spout and a modeled zoomorphic head, likely representing an owl or raptorial bird, joined by a thick bridge. The bird head is rendered with two small punctate openings for nostrils or eyes, and the body is decorated with incised nested diamonds and interlocking triangles in shades of deep red, tan, and dark brown. No maker marks, signatures, or inscriptions are present. Acquired from a private collection. Exact origin, history and age are unknown.

Dimensions: 7.25"W x 6.5"H
Weight: 1.75 lbs

Condition: Good.