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Virú Culture Sculptural Bottles
These Virú culture sculptural bottles (1250 BC–1 AD) depict a couple engaged in intimate acts, illustrating both vaginal and anal intercourse. The vessels likely represent the same couple, with the man adorned in face paint and a headdress featuring cross-like symbols. These artifacts reflect the Virú’s exploration of human sexuality, serving as both artistic expression and insight into the cultural norms and beliefs of ancient Peru.
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