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Hand Made Archaeological Ceramic Vase, "Chimu Priest"

Name: Hand Made Archaeological Ceramic Vase, 'Chimu Priest'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 181096
Price: 117.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (88 reviews)

Product ID: 181096

by Walter Jose Acosta (88)

This extraordinary vase is a hand crafted Chimu replica by the talented Walter Jose Acosta. Working with ceramic, he shapes the long neck into a face.... more

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This extraordinary vase is a hand crafted Chimu replica by the talented Walter Jose Acosta. Working with ceramic, he shapes the long neck into a face. The main body is adorned with the painted image of a priest praying to the rain gods for a bountiful harvest. The ceramic art of the Chimu culture had one of three intentions, for daily domestic use, for ceremonies, or for burials, which usually were the most artistically elaborate. In general, Chimu ceramics are characterized by a metallic black hue.

2.38 kgs
5.2 lbs

34 cm H x 21 cm W x 15.5 cm D
13.5" H x 8.25" W x 6" D

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Ceramic
Requires special handling -- allow an extra 14 days for delivery
Signed by the artist
Not for use with water
Museum replica(s)
For decorative use only
Made in Peru
Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
Product ID: 181096

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Walter Jose Acosta

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Thomas

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Jan 31, 2018

“One of best in my collection”

Very impressive piece! Love the contrasting color relief on the basic dark earthen vase. Really stands out among my other pieces in the collection.

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Luis

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Jul 16, 2024

“Great display piece”

I ve had ceramic vessel for a number of years. It s a great piece, colors are vibrant, and it feels special because someone invested their time in Creating it.i would definitely purchase again

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Rowena

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May 03, 2024

“Beautiful vessel”

Beautiful craftsmanship! I love the flowers and and the paintings os the winged animals and the llama.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Walter Jose Acosta has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of a new kiln as well as in clay, pigments and paintbrushes.

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Walter Jose Acosta Ceramic archaeological replicas

(88)

"Believe it or not, some archeologists have been fooled by my work! That's because of the aging process I use with my pieces."

"I'm from the Huambo province in the Amazon region of Peru, and I lived in this beautiful place with my parents until I was 15 years old, when I... read more