pre hispanic art (17 items)
Pre-Hispanic Monkey
Nicaraguan Archaeology Turquoise Terracotta Decorative Jar
Pre-Hispanic Monkey, Nicaraguan Archaeology Turquoise Terracotta Decorative Jar
Omar Aguilar
Depicted in the style of pre-Hispanic art, an ancient monkey frolics in the jungles of Central America. Omar Aguilar presents a terracotta jar in deep, rich turquoise. Talented Nicaraguan ceramists... read more$139.99$104.99Artist: Omar Aguilar
Jaguar Song
Ceramic Whistle in Wild Jaguar Head Shape
Jaguar Song, Ceramic Whistle in Wild Jaguar Head Shape
Rita Sandoval
Don't let the fierce look of this jaguar fool you, this ceramic whistle can play dulcet tones. Inspired by Mexico's pre-Hispanic art, this molded and hand-painted instrument is made by Rita Sandoval.$57.99Artist: Rita Sandoval
Jaguar Offering
Pre-Hispanic Style Jaguar Ceramic Ceremonial Vessel
Jaguar Offering, Pre-Hispanic Style Jaguar Ceramic Ceremonial Vessel
Arlen Estrada
The largest feline native to Nicaragua, the jaguar figures often in its pre-Hispanic art. In a tribute to her country's past, Arlen Estrada depicts the spotted jungle cat in a ceramic vessel. Earthen... read more$469.99Artist: Arlen Estrada
Playful Xoloitzcuintli
Ceramic sculpture
Playful Xoloitzcuintli, Ceramic sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association replicate a ceramic vessel of a playful xoloitzcuintli pup, dated sometime between 200 - 600 A.D. It was originally found in a tumba de tiro burial... read more$59.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Colima Dog with Vase
Handcrafted Ceramic Mexican Pre-Hispanic Dog Figurine
Colima Dog with Vase, Handcrafted Ceramic Mexican Pre-Hispanic Dog Figurine
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
During Pre-Hispanic times, tlalchichis were a prized dog breed hailing from the Mexican state of Colima and are now the stars of this region’s most popular handicrafts. Members of the Angel Ceron... read more$84.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
God of the Wind
Pre-Hispanic Ehecatl Wind God Ceramic Ocarina Flute
God of the Wind, Pre-Hispanic Ehecatl Wind God Ceramic Ocarina Flute
Rita Sandoval
Sometimes depicted as a bird, Ehecatl takes his name from the Aztec word for "wind." But he was revered and honored in many Mesoamerican cultures and sometimes associated with Quetzalcoatl... read more$59.99Artist: Rita Sandoval
Marine Beauty
Sea Turtle Ceramic Decorative Plate from Costa Rica
Marine Beauty, Sea Turtle Ceramic Decorative Plate from Costa Rica
Ilsa Chavarria
Celebrating the beauty of marine life, Costa Rica's Ilsa Chavarria creates this impressive decorative plate for wall displays. She handcrafts her ceramic design in the traditional style of her region.... read more$87.99Artist: Ilsa Chavarria
Ancient Serpent
Pre-Hispanic Style Walking Serpent Decorative Ceramic Vessel
Ancient Serpent, Pre-Hispanic Style Walking Serpent Decorative Ceramic Vessel
Arlen Estrada
Walking on three legs, an ancient serpent coils around the neck of this ceramic vessel. Interlaced spirals crown the mysterious creature with its long fangs and dark, intelligent eyes. Arlen Estrada... read more$329.99Artist: Arlen Estrada
Red Colima Dog
Ceramic Pre-Hispanic Dog Figurine Handcrafted in Mexico
Red Colima Dog, Ceramic Pre-Hispanic Dog Figurine Handcrafted in Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
This fabulous ceramic figurine captures the essence of the revered tlalchichi dogs, once cherished companions during Pre-Hispanic times in the Mexican state of Colima. With a vase held gracefully in... read more$89.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Mochica Monkey
Chavin Replica Ceramic Monkey Sculpture from Peru
Mochica Monkey, Chavin Replica Ceramic Monkey Sculpture from Peru
Ynocencio Ccahuana
Handcrafted of ceramic, a stark black monkey puts its hands up to its head. Peruvian artisan Ynocencio Ccahuana uses ceramic to handcraft this sculpture, which is a replica of an actual artifact found... read more$57.99Artist: Ynocencio Ccahuana
Ancient Fox
Nicaragua Archaeological Replica Terracotta Vase
Ancient Fox, Nicaragua Archaeological Replica Terracotta Vase
Bracamonte Family
Pre-Hispanic motifs cover a vase of smooth terracotta, and the stylized face of a fox emerges from it. Taught by their father, Gregorio Bracamonte, Bracamonte Family artisans craft this handsome... read more$164.99Artist: Bracamonte Family
Maya Priest
Central American Ceramic Wall Mask
Maya Priest, Central American Ceramic Wall Mask
Oscar Rodolfo Mendoza
A hen crowns a Maya priest in the style of the ancient civilization. The icons make reference to the Chachaac, a ritual of offerings to invoke the rains. By Oscar Rodolfo Mendoza, this dramatic mask... read more$49.99Artist: Oscar Rodolfo Mendoza
Watchful Jaguar
Orange-Amber Ceramic Jaguar Decorative Mask Wall Art
Watchful Jaguar, Orange-Amber Ceramic Jaguar Decorative Mask Wall Art
Juan and Lorensa
This ceramic jaguar mask looks out attentively from its place on the wall. The jaguar was revered in most pre-Hispanic Mexican cultures. Hand-painted with great detail, the mask is an orange-tinged... read more$57.99Artist: Juan and Lorensa
Tlachichi Puppy
Mexico Archaeology Signed Handcrafted Ceramic Dog Sculpture
Tlachichi Puppy, Mexico Archaeology Signed Handcrafted Ceramic Dog Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
A fat puppy with short legs exemplifies the Tlachichi dogs native to pre-Hispanic Mexico. The little creature sleeps peacefully and seems to smile. Artisans from the Angel Ceron Artisan Association... read more$29.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Moche Fish
Peru Archaeology Moche Fish Replica Decorative Clay Vessel
Moche Fish, Peru Archaeology Moche Fish Replica Decorative Clay Vessel
Walter Jose Acosta
Swimming sinuously down a pre-Hispanic river, an ancient fish flaunts fluted gills, bright eyes and a flirty tail. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the beautifully-detailed creature in a ceremonial vessel... read more$107.99$97.19Artist: Walter Jose Acosta
Wild Moche Duck
Peru Archaeology Moche Duck Replica Decorative Clay Vessel
Wild Moche Duck, Peru Archaeology Moche Duck Replica Decorative Clay Vessel
Walter Jose Acosta
Paddling serenely across a pre-Hispanic lake, an ancient duck is frozen en time, the moment preserved for eternity. Walter Jose Acosta depicts the beautiful bird in a ceremonial vessel in the style of... read more$74.99Artist: Walter Jose Acosta
Underworld Dog Guide
Handmade Mexican Protection Ceramic Dog Sculpture
Underworld Dog Guide, Handmade Mexican Protection Ceramic Dog Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Dogs as domesticated pets held a place of importance throughout many of Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures. Always loyal, the dog was trusted to lead its master's soul to the realm of the dead, for dogs... read more$49.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association