pre hispanic art (43 items)
Aztec Dove
Square Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Birds
Aztec Dove, Square Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Birds
Length: 1.7" x 0.6" W
Francisco Sanchez
Francisco Sánchez crafts delightful earrings in the style of pre-Hispanic art. Present in Mexico's music and legend, the paloma, or dove comes to life in chic silver hoops. .925 Sterling silver... read more$79.99Artist: Francisco Sanchez
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
Pre-Hispanic Frog
Handcrafted Sterling Silver Frog Pendant Necklace
Pre-Hispanic Frog, Handcrafted Sterling Silver Frog Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Roy Vindas
Artisan Roy Vindas of Costa Rica designs and handcrafts this sterling silver pendant necklace of a frog inspired by pre-Hispanic art. The artisan says about his motivation: "I learned to... read more$39.99$37.99Artist: Roy Vindas
Pre-Hispanic Ducks
Sterling silver cuff bracelet
Pre-Hispanic Ducks, Sterling silver cuff bracelet
Size: 6" L (end to end) x 1" W
Roy Nilson
Avid admirer of pre-Hispanic art, Roy Nilson replicates the duck glyphs of Argentina's Humahuaca culture. They line-up on the circumference of an elegant sterling silver cuff bracelet featuring... read more$309.99Artist: Roy Nilson
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.$59.99Artist: Rita Sandoval
Aztec Dove
Handmade Sterling Silver Dove Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Aztec Dove, Handmade Sterling Silver Dove Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 17.75"
Francisco Sanchez
Francisco Sánchez crafts a delightful necklace in the style of pre-Hispanic art. Present in Mexico's music and legend, the paloma, or dove comes to life in this chic silver pendant. .925 Sterling... read more$67.99Artist: Francisco Sanchez
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
Moonlight Dove
Mexico Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Aztec Bird
Moonlight Dove, Mexico Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Aztec Bird
Length: 1.6" x 0.7" W x 0.1" D
Francisco Sanchez
Francisco Sánchez crafts delightful earrings in the style of pre-Hispanic art. Present in Mexico's music and legend, the paloma, or dove comes to life in chic silver hoops. .925 Sterling silver... read more$77.99Artist: Francisco Sanchez
Ceneotl
Aztec Frog Inspired Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Ceneotl, Aztec Frog Inspired Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Rosa Rojo
Ceneotl was the Mesoamerican goddess of rain and childbirth, often depicted as a frog or with frog-like features. Rosa Rojo shares images form Mexico's folklore, tradition, and pre-Hispanic peoples in... read more$84.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
Ceneotl
Ceneotl Frog Inspired Sterling Silver Button Earrings
Ceneotl, Ceneotl Frog Inspired Sterling Silver Button Earrings
Length: 0.9" x 0.8" W
Rosa Rojo
Ceneotl was the Mesoamerican goddess of rain and childbirth, often depicted as a frog or with frog-like features. She was an important part of the pantheon in the Aztec's lake-based world. Rosa Rojo... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
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
Aztec Halo
Aztec Style Taxco Silver and Natural Turquoise Earrings
Aztec Halo, Aztec Style Taxco Silver and Natural Turquoise Earrings
Length: 3.5" x 1.2" W
Roy Nilson
By Roy Nilson, these long sterling silver earrings reveal the influence of pre-Hispanic Aztec art. He creates discs of varying sizes to cascade from slender loops. The topmost disc wears a silver... read more$154.99Artist: Roy Nilson
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$87.99Artist: 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
Cajamarca Encounter
Burgundy and Blue Handbag
Cajamarca Encounter, Burgundy and Blue Handbag
Antonio Vasquez
Inspired by pre-Hispanic iconography and cave art in the region of Cajamarca, Peru's Antonio Vasquez designs this unique shoulder bag. The purse is woven on a backstrap loom from acrylic yarns in... read more$119.99$107.99Artist: Antonio Vasquez
Comala Dog
Pre-Hispanic Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico
Comala Dog, Pre-Hispanic Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Baying at the moon, this plump little dog with wrinkled skin replicates those found in shaft tombs throughout western Mexico. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association depict the... read more$89.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
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
Cajamarca Garden
Woven Bird Motif Handbag
Cajamarca Garden, Woven Bird Motif Handbag
Antonio Vasquez
Peru's Antonio Vasquez was inspired by pre-Hispanic iconography and cave art in the region of Cajamarca in the design of this unique handbag. The purse is woven on a backstrap loom from acrylic yarns... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Antonio Vasquez
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$94.99Artist: 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$59.99Artist: Ynocencio Ccahuana
Aztec Serpent
Sterling silver brooch pin pendant
Aztec Serpent, Sterling silver brooch pin pendant
Length: 2.2" x 1.7" W x 0.1" D
Maria Belen Nilson
A serpent coils into an elegant pose for a unique brooch pendant. Its presence recalls the legendary art of Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures. Maria Belen Nilson crafts the serpent of sterling silver... read more$164.99Artist: Maria Belen Nilson
Mythic Bull
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico
Mythic Bull, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic bull rears its head, featuring a hand-painted... read more$134.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Green Hyena
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Green Hyena, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In tones of green, burgundy, and purple, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto a majestic hyena. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more$149.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Jaguar
Mexico 4-Inch Signed Linoleum Block Print of a Jaguar
Jaguar, Mexico 4-Inch Signed Linoleum Block Print of a Jaguar
Marina Pallares
"I depict a fearless jaguar against a starry sky. This is one of the most beautiful animals that exist — strong, powerful, with a profound gaze," Marina Pallares confides. Working in black... read more$39.99Artist: Marina Pallares
Rabbit Handstand
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Rabbit Handstand, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In a variety of colors, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto an entertaining rabbit doing a handstand. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more$139.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
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
Xoloitzcuintle
Aztec Dog Sculpture with Stand
Xoloitzcuintle, Aztec Dog Sculpture with Stand
Elisa Camarena
Elisa Camarena sculpts the image of a dog sitting tight with its head turned upward. In pre-Hispanic Mexico, the xoloitzcuintle dog was believed to accompany its master in death, to aid the soul in... read more$89.99Artist: Elisa Camarena
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
Sparrows in Love
Handcrafted Bird-Themed Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
Sparrows in Love, Handcrafted Bird-Themed Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
J. Blas
Carrying on metalsmithing traditions passed down from pre-Hispanic cultures, J. Blas works with local artisans to handcraft a lovely wall sculpture from Mexico. Two sparrows sit side-by-side on a... read more$49.99Artist: J. Blas
Hummingbird Geometry
Hummingbird Motif Geometric Wool Tapestry from Peru
Hummingbird Geometry, Hummingbird Motif Geometric Wool Tapestry from Peru
David Laura Zanabria
Carrying on the tradition of pre-Hispanic textiles, Peru's David Laura Zanabria creates this vibrant tapestry. He works on a traditional loom with wool to hand-weave this tapestry, which features a... read more$174.99$157.49Artist: David Laura Zanabria
Huitzitzilin
Aztec Hummingbird Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Huitzitzilin, Aztec Hummingbird Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.75"
Rosa Rojo
Named with the Nahuatl word for hummingbird, this necklace by Rosa Rojo reveals the importance of this little creature to Aztec and other indigenous cultures. The design is based on depictions from... read more$77.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
Bird Forest
Unique Wool Bird Tapestry Wall Hanging Handmade in Peru
Bird Forest, Unique Wool Bird Tapestry Wall Hanging Handmade in Peru
Eliazar Ochoa
Brilliant birds share their Amazon home with bugs and beetles of all kinds. Celebrating the astonishing variety of rainforest life, Eliazar Ochoa depicts them in hand-loomed wool. Pre-Hispanic motifs... read more$439.99Artist: Eliazar Ochoa
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
Jaguars
Oil and Acrylic on Wood of Two Jaguars in a Jungle
Jaguars, Oil and Acrylic on Wood of Two Jaguars in a Jungle
Grupo Multiverso
An important figure in pre-Hispanic Mexico, Balam, the jaguar was revered by cultures from the Aztec, the Tlaxcaltecos, and the Maya. Laura Silva depicts the small jungle cat in a radiant golden... read more$999.99Artist: Grupo Multiverso
Cajamarca Tribute
Bird Motif Shoulder Bag
Cajamarca Tribute, Bird Motif Shoulder Bag
Antonio Vasquez
Inspired by the pre-Hispanic iconography of the Cajamarca region in Peru, Antonio Vasquez designs this striking shoulder bag. The bag is woven on a backstrap loom from acrylic yarns in bright spring... read more$127.99$115.19Artist: Antonio Vasquez
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$54.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Night Owl
Peruvian Bamboo Quena Flute
Night Owl, Peruvian Bamboo Quena Flute
Benito Tito
Handcrafted of smooth bamboo, the quena flute is a legacy of the Inca. Today it is an indispensable instrument in traditional Peruvian songs. Benito Tito perforates holes of different widths to ensure... read more$57.99$46.39Artist: Benito Tito
Mythic Owl
Hand-Carved Alebrije Owl Sculpture from Mexico
Mythic Owl, Hand-Carved Alebrije Owl Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic owl spreads its colorful wings, featuring a... read more$137.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Maya Bird of Peace and Love
Cultured Pearl Agate & Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Maya Bird of Peace and Love, Cultured Pearl Agate & Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Rosa Rojo
An ancient Maya legend tells how the gods gave a specific mission to each being they created. But they realized none had been chosen to carry thoughts and desires from one place to another," says... read more$589.99Artist: Rosa Rojo