Sculptural ceramic ceremonial vessel that represents sexual union of a man and a woman ML004214

This sculptural ceramic bottle represents a man and woman copulating. Both have some attributes of their hierarchy or social role. The man wears a hat with a small veil, usually worn by Moche priests. The woman has face painting, wears a necklace and bracelets, which would indicate that this is a high status woman with Moche society. (UH)

Esta botella escultórica de cerámica presenta a hombre y mujer copulando. Ambos presentan algunos atributos propios de su rango o función. El hombre usa un gorro con una pequeña mantilla, que usualmente llevan los sacerdotes Mochica. La mujer presenta pintura facial, collar y brazaletes, lo que indicaría que se trata de una mujer con un alto estatus dentro de la sociedad. (UH)