MEET THE MOCHICA
A PRE-COLUMBIAN CULTURE
ABOUT
Between 100 B.C and 700 A.D
Location: Northern coast of Peru. in the walley of the Moche River, Trujillo.
Principal Monument: The Huaca of the sun and the moon.
Specialists in:
Irrigation canals: for their crops.
Ceramics: specialists in the use of adobe.
Navigators: creators of the caballito de totora to navigate the seas and collect spondylus, which they considered sacred.
THE SUGGESTION OF A PROFOUND CONNECTION BETWEEN TWO SEEMINGLY CONTRASTING ELEMENTS
The Mochica were experts in ceramics, navigation and irrigation. Our prints evokes the duality of navigation and ceramics, uniting the world of navigators with that of ceramic art. We want not only evoke the image of a physical journey across the ocean, but also encapsulate the very essence of the Mochica culture and their unique skill as navigators and potters. This prints, suggests a profound connection between two seemingly contrasting elements: the clay that is molded to five life to ceramics and the vast sea that the Mochica explored.
THE PATTERNS
Totora Riders
Sacred Geometry
Marilis: with Mochica prints
Our prints, Totora Riders and Sacred Geometry, explore the duality of land and sea that defined the Mochica culture.
Totora Riders, inspired by the Mochica’s mastery of the ocean, features a playful design of fish that evokes the rich marine life they relied on for sustenance and inspiration. This print celebrates their deep connection to the sea, paying homage to their skillful navigation on totora reed boats and their vibrant maritime traditions.
Sacred Geometry complements this theme by reflecting the intricate patterns found in their ceramics, showcasing the artistry and symbolism that brought their stories to life. Together, these prints capture the harmony between the Mochica’s artistic expression and their relationship with the ocean.
