pre hispanic art (25 items)
Maya with Pot
Highly Detailed Original Ceramic Sculpture of a Maya Man
Maya with Pot, Highly Detailed Original Ceramic Sculpture of a Maya Man
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Wearing a magnificent headdress and jewelry, this Maya man sits with an offering pot in this original sculpture by artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association. The Mexican artisans, expert in... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Scrolling Diamonds in Blue
Hand Crafted Sky Blue on Navy Embroidered Cotton Bookmark
Scrolling Diamonds in Blue, Hand Crafted Sky Blue on Navy Embroidered Cotton Bookmark
Angelina Gomez
Artisan Angelina Gomez handcrafts this floral bookmark on a traditional Mayan backstrap loom. Woven by hand of cotton, the bookmark features sky blue diamonds and scrolls inspired by Mexico's... read more$17.99Artist: Angelina Gomez
Rising Sun
Unique Inca Ceramic Mask
Rising Sun, Unique Inca Ceramic Mask
Alberto Aparicio Canchari
Crafted by hand, this bright mask is a modern interpretation of the Inca sun god. Alberto Aparicio Canchari works in ceramic, adding cheerful colors and a smiling face. Pre-Hispanic art motifs cover... read more$59.99Artist: Alberto Aparicio Canchari
Maya with Chu Vessel
Antique Maya Man Original Ceramic Sculpture Signed by Artist
Maya with Chu Vessel, Antique Maya Man Original Ceramic Sculpture Signed by Artist
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Fabulously detailed, this sculpture of a Maya man is an original creation by artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association. The Mexican artisan, expert in pre-Hispanic art and history, now... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Inca Seeds
Andean Ceramic Necklace Bracelet and Earrings Set
Inca Seeds, Andean Ceramic Necklace Bracelet and Earrings Set
Length: 19.75"
Dina
Dina is from the Cuzco area of Peru, famous as the seat of the former Inca Empire. She takes pride in her heritage as she adapts it to modern jewelry. Hand-painted ceramic beads reveal geometric... read more$84.99$67.99Artist: Dina
Aztec Shaman
Mexico Pre-Hispanic Style Signed Ceramic Shaman Sculpture
Aztec Shaman, Mexico Pre-Hispanic Style Signed Ceramic Shaman Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Endowed with the power to observe what others cannot, the Mexica or Aztec shaman served as a sort bridge between both worlds — the physical world and the world of the spirit. Thus he developed the... read more$67.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Chorotega Toucan
Pre-Hispanic Replica Terracotta Toucan Ceramic Catchall
Chorotega Toucan, Pre-Hispanic Replica Terracotta Toucan Ceramic Catchall
Elpidio Chavarria
A beautiful rainforest native, the toucan is a common sight in Costa Rica where six species live together. Elpidio Chavarria depicts the large, long-beaked bird on a handsome ceramic catchall.... read more$89.99Artist: Elpidio Chavarria
Pre-Hispanic Tradition
Hand-Painted Ceramic Skull Decorative Accent from Mexico
Pre-Hispanic Tradition, Hand-Painted Ceramic Skull Decorative Accent from Mexico
Maria and Esteban
Maria and Esteban offer a charming addition to your home decor. Crafted of ceramic, this skull is painted by hand with beautiful floral motifs and cultural patterns that reflect Mexican artistic... read more$49.99Artist: Maria and Esteban
Enclosures
Andean Fine Art Abstract Landscape Painting
Enclosures, Andean Fine Art Abstract Landscape Painting
Miriam Chipana
Irregular shapes in a multitude of colors define mysterious enclosures. Rich textures evoke fine Inca textiles, more highly prized than gold. Artist Miriam Chipana talks about her beautiful painting.... read more$279.99Artist: Miriam Chipana
Busy Textile Market
Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Busy Textile Market, Handcrafted Andean Textile Market Retablo Diorama
Julio Gallardo
This beautiful retablo depicts a lively market stall where Andean textiles are bought and sold. In pre-Hispanic times, Inca weavings were more highly prized than gold and Peruvian textiles carry on... read more$457.99Artist: Julio Gallardo
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
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
Yesterday
Oil on Canvas Fine Art Painting from Andes
Yesterday, Oil on Canvas Fine Art Painting from Andes
Teodoro Reque Liza
Glittering golden arcs recall the tumi, or ceremonial knives used by pre-Hispanic Andean cultures. The pebbled texture alludes to the peanut, a food staple, and the forms themselves represent... read more$1714.99$1457.74Artist: Teodoro Reque Liza
Proud Oaxaca
Multicolor Traditional Wool Runner Handloomed in Mexico
Proud Oaxaca, Multicolor Traditional Wool Runner Handloomed in Mexico
Alfredo Ruiz
Mexican artisan Alfredo Ruiz brings us another gorgeous creation inspired by Oaxaca's culture. Alfredo handlooms this charming wool runner in typical patterns of the region using a wide range of... read more$507.99Artist: Alfredo Ruiz
Pensive Tonatiuh
Collectible Aztec Ceramic Sculpture Museum Replica
Pensive Tonatiuh, Collectible Aztec Ceramic Sculpture Museum Replica
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Sitting pensively on rocks, Tonatiuh looks to the horizon in this ceramic sculpture by artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association, who are formally authorized to replicate pre-Hispanic museum... read more$137.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Ancestral Image
Hand Carved Wood Skull Figurine in Yellow from Mexico
Ancestral Image, Hand Carved Wood Skull Figurine in Yellow from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures honored their dead through celebrations and commemorations; after the arrival of the Spaniards, these cultural traditions became fused with the Catholic church's rituals... read more$89.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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
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
People
Multicolored Contemporary Painting from Mexico
People, Multicolored Contemporary Painting from Mexico
Grupo Multiverso
Working with a bold color palette and a Cubist-inspired style, Dingi Guari of the Multiverse Group creates this fascinating original painting. The artist works in oils, acrylics and encaustic on... read more$489.99Artist: Grupo Multiverso
Descending God with Corn
Signed Ceramic Aztec God with Maize Replica Vessel
Descending God with Corn, Signed Ceramic Aztec God with Maize Replica Vessel
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
A deity holding ears of ripe corn appears on this ceramic vessel from Mexico. Maize was the most important crop in pre-Hispanic Yucatan. His position is reminiscent of the Descending God in the... read more$74.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
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
Mayan Pyramid
Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Wall Mask from Mexico
Mayan Pyramid, Hand Painted Ceramic Mayan Wall Mask from Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Celebrating the colorful nature of Maya heritage and history, this ceramic mask features hand-painted designs by Mexico's Angel Cerón Artisan Association. They depict the fierce face of a Mayan with... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Cacaxtla Jaguar Knight
Framed Aluminum Repousse Jaguar Warrior Alcohol Painting
Cacaxtla Jaguar Knight, Framed Aluminum Repousse Jaguar Warrior Alcohol Painting
Flores Family Workshop
Uniformed in jaguar skins and wearing an imposing helmet, this noble knight was one of the highest ranking warriors in Tlaxcala. Artists from the Flores Family Workshop depict a Jaguar Knight as seen... read more$1009.99$807.99Artist: Flores Family Workshop
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