Sculptural Viru Pitcher

Illustration

by Caroline Cervera
published on 22 September 2016

Sculptural Viru Pitcher — From the Formative Epoch (1250 BCE - 1 CE). Represents a figure with the body of a feline, head of an owl, and a serpent-like tail. These animals all had sacred and symbolic meaning in many ancient Peruvian cultures. At the Museo Larco, Lima, Peru.

About the Author

Caroline is an Associate Editor for Ancient History Encyclopedia and a student at Northeastern University. She is passionate about studying ancient history and preserving it for future generations.

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References

Museo LarcoAccessed 1 Dec 2016.

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Cervera, C. (2016, September 22). Sculptural Viru Pitcher. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/5700/sculptural-viru-pitcher/

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