in Moquegua has qirus on display.

During Inca times, the vessels were typically made in identical pairs. This followed the custom that two individuals were required to drink together and both qirus in the pair would have identical size, shape, and decoration. These pairs were typically used for toasts in ceremonies and were also given along with textiles as gifts as a sign of Inca generosity.

Cultural Context

Qiru production began in the Early Intermediate Period (100-600

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