Beaker with inverse face
Not on view
These drinking vessels were likely used in ceremonial feasts before they were deposited in a high-status tomb. The orientation of the god’s face on this example may relate to ritual practice and the consumption of the beaker’s liquid contents. Production of silver and gold objects in the Lambayeque culture reached epic proportions, and dozens, even hundreds, of vessels were placed in a single burial. Beakers were created in a centralized workshop.
Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.
This artwork is meant to be viewed from right to left. Scroll left to view more.
