cultural sculpture (16 items)
Mayan Astronomer
Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Sculpture from Mexico
Mayan Astronomer, Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Sculpture from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
For ancient Mayan cultures, astronomy was an extremely important facet of everyday life, integrated with both the writing and numeral systems present at the time, resulting in some of the most... read more$124.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Prehispanic History
Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Mask from Mexico
Prehispanic History, Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Mask from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
A face rests below a towering array of Mayan cultural symbols in this mask, made from ceramic and painted by hand. Included are famous characters such as Balám the jaguar, as well as Mayan gods... read more$179.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Mayan Noblewoman
Mayan Jaina-Style Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Guatemala
Mayan Noblewoman, Mayan Jaina-Style Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Guatemala
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
A Mayan noblewoman sits atop a base in this sculpture from Guatemala, hand-carved of cedar wood in the style of traditional Jaina-style sculptures. Jaina refers to a small island off the coast of... read more$429.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Mayan Woman
Ceramic Figure of Woman in Huipil and Jewelry from Mexico
Mayan Woman, Ceramic Figure of Woman in Huipil and Jewelry from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
This completely handmade piece is patterned after an archeological find at Jaina, Campeche in the Yucatan. She is a Mayan woman wearing a traditional huipil and holding a wide-brimmed hat and a... read more$67.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Mayan Goddess
Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Mayan Sculpture from Guatemala
Mayan Goddess, Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Mayan Sculpture from Guatemala
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Wearing only a belt, necklace, and bracelets, this Mayan goddess is realized with striking detail in cedar wood. Nicolas Chavez Sojuel explores Guatemala's Mayan roots, working with local artisans to... read more$539.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Mayan Porter
Handmade Jade Plaque of a Mayan Porter from Guatemala
Mayan Porter, Handmade Jade Plaque of a Mayan Porter from Guatemala
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Displayed atop a rectangular base, this archaeologically-inspired plaque is created by Ruben and Gilda Perez in Guatemala. They work with natural dark green jade, which they etch by hand with the... read more$289.99$231.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Maya Woman at the Loom
Maya Cedar Wood Sculpture of a Woman Weaving
Maya Woman at the Loom, Maya Cedar Wood Sculpture of a Woman Weaving
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
A Maya woman sits with legs crossed as she works on a backstrap loom. Rocking back and forth she controls the tension as she creates an expanse of cloth. "This movement represented the human... read more$507.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Mayan Midwife
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Mayan Woman from Guatemala
Mayan Midwife, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Mayan Woman from Guatemala
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Guatemalan artisan Nicolas Chavez Sojuel designs a sculpture to depict a Mayan midwife standing atop a base, carving it by hand of cedar wood. Small details, such as the decorations on her clothing... read more$469.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Devoted Midwife
Handcrafted Cedar Mayan Sculpture from Guatemala
Devoted Midwife, Handcrafted Cedar Mayan Sculpture from Guatemala
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
A Mayan midwife is realized in cedar atop a pinewood base. Guatemalan artist Nicolas Chavez Sojuel hand-carves this sculpture, detailing the midwife's elaborate jewelry and headdress. She sits with... read more$357.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Mictlantecuhtli
Handcrafted Lord of the Dead Sculpture
Mictlantecuhtli, Handcrafted Lord of the Dead Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
The Angel Ceron Artisan Association in Mexico presents the Aztec lord of the dead, Mictlantecuhtli. The statuette is crafted by hand from terracotta with a natural finish. Mictlantecuhtli, once... read more$109.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Maya Shaman
Hand-Painted Folk Art Maya Shaman Ceramic Sculpture
Maya Shaman, Hand-Painted Folk Art Maya Shaman Ceramic Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Invoking energies of the divine realm and the universe, this Maya shaman asks for spiritual guidance while wearing his stunning traditional garments. Artisans from Mexico's Angel Ceron Artisan... read more$154.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
God of Corn
God of Corn Ceramic Mask Crafted in Mexico
God of Corn, God of Corn Ceramic Mask Crafted in Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
For the ancient Mesoamericans, corn was not just a staple crop; it was the central axis of the entire region's economy and belief systems. The Angel Ceron Artisan Association of Mexico presents this... read more$39.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Mayan Goddess of Medicine
Ceramic Sculpture of Mayan Goddess Ixchel from Mexico
Mayan Goddess of Medicine, Ceramic Sculpture of Mayan Goddess Ixchel from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Handcrafted from ceramic and given a rustic finish, this sculpture looks like it came straight from an archaeological dig site. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association create this sculpture... read more$197.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Maya Lord Kinich Aha
Maya God of Sun Ceramic Wall Mask Replica Crafted by Hand
Maya Lord Kinich Aha, Maya God of Sun Ceramic Wall Mask Replica Crafted by Hand
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
"Kinich Ahau, the lord with a solar face, is the Maya god of sun and music. He is married to Ixchel (the moon) and he is regarded as the god of gods and lord of war. He settled disputes and... read more$97.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Taxco Pacal
Men's Maya-Themed Taxco Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Taxco Pacal, Men's Maya-Themed Taxco Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 21.75"
Angel Ortiz
With this pendant necklace, Mexican artisan Angel Ortiz pays homage to K'inich Janaab Pacal I, the ajaw, or ruler of the pre-Hispanic city-state of Palenque. A depiction of a stucco sculpture... read more$99.99Artist: Angel Ortiz
Grey Jaguar God
Hand-Painted Lacquered Papier Mache Mexican Jaguar Mask
Grey Jaguar God, Hand-Painted Lacquered Papier Mache Mexican Jaguar Mask
Morneo
Capture the essence of Mesoamerican legacy with this mesmerizing wall mask paying homage to the revered jaguar god, an emblem central to the heart of significant ancient civilizations. Meticulously... read more$809.99Artist: Morneo