Moche’s work is defined by its moche sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.

Abstract Portrait Vessel of a Ruler with Painted Face Resting on Feet
Moche North coast, Peru

Stirrup Spout Vessel with Fineline Enthroned Warrior Motif
Moche North coast, Peru

Jar in the Form of a Phallus
Moche North coast, Peru

Portrait Vessel
Ceramist unknown (Moche) Southern Moche region, north coast, Peru

Jar in the Form of an Abstract Figure with Modeled Head and Wide Collar
Moche North coast, Peru

Vessel in the Shape of a Bird
Moche Trujillo, north coast, Peru

Handle Spout Jug with Quadruped Motifs
Moche North coast, Peru

Jar in the Form of a Captive with Modeled Head, Rope Encircling Neck, and Tied Hands
Moche North coast, Peru

Handle Spout Vessel with Relief Depicting a Standing Figure, Holding Farming Tools
Moche North coast, Peru

Square Handle Spout Vessel with Form of a Bird Eating a Lizard
Moche North coast, Peru

Jar in the Form of a Human Head with Face Painting and Showing Teeth
Moche North coast, Peru

Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Figure Holding Corn Popper and Rolled Mat
Moche North coast, Peru

Stirrup Spout Vessel with Fineline Bird Warrior Motifs
Moche North coast, Peru

Stirrup Spout Vessel with Fineline Bird Motifs
Moche North coast, Peru

Stirrup Spout Vessel with Fineline Deer Hunt Motifs
Moche North coast, Peru

Vessel in the Form of a Seated Figure Holding a Duck
Moche North coast, Peru

Flaring Bowl with Curving Step Design on Interior Rim
Moche North coast, Peru

Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Cat Man
Moche North coast, Peru

Handle Spout Vessel Depicting Anal Sex
Moche North coast, Peru

Stirrup Spout Vessel with Fineline Bird Motifs
Moche North coast, Peru