Muscovy Duck Effigy Vessel - K.108 Origin: Peru (North Coast) Circa: 100
BC
to 300
AD Dimensions:8.5" (21.6cm) high Collection: Pre-Columbian Style: Moche Medium: Terracotta
Delicately rendered in shades of orange,
brown and
cream, this splendid life-size duck appears to
be
settling down for the night. He tucks his bill in
close
to his chest but his eyes are still open and
watchful,
as if he doesn't believe that we are only
admiring his
plumage and not considering him for a meal.
- (K.108)