 Ceramic sculpture, 'Universal Tango'
$419.95
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on sale! $377.96
Holding one another close, a fiery sun embraces the sweet blue moon. Their faces eclipse one another as they dance a sensuous tango. Her long skirt swirls around her as the couple steps in synchrony across the tiled ballroom floor. Always creative, Carlos and Albert sculpt the piece in ceramic, hand-painted in extravagant color. The piece is part of a signed limited edition of 150. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Warmth of Love'
$32.95
Shaping clay into an expression of love, Samuel Lovi depicts a couple. They embrace each other with genuine warmth and affection. After firing the piece, Lovi paints it by hand and applies kaolin for a decorative effect. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Airliner'
$58.95
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on sale! $53.06
Purposeful color distinguishes a commercial airliner carrying vacationers and businesspeople to their destination. Carmen Rosa Soto crafts the plane of ceramic and depicts a passenger at every window. |
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 Terracotta sculpture, 'Capoeira II, Monkey'
$369.95
Brazilian artist Rodrigo Saramago captures the degree of muscle control that a Capoeira artist possesses when executing the macaco or monkey position. Supported by both arms and one leg, he delivers a kick that is strong and rapid. Saramago sculpts the piece from terracotta, expertly outlining rippling muscles and rhythmic countenance. Capoeira is a form of martial art developed by slaves in Brazil. Specialized movements were disguised as a form of dance to avoid suspicion from oppressors. It is said that Capoeira was first used in battle in the slave revolt at Quilombo dos Palmares. Titled "Capoeira II (Macaco)" in Portuguese |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Charter Flight'
$57.95
Ready for vacation, travelers peer excitedly out the portholes of a charter flight. Carmen Rosa Soto crafts the charter flight airliner of ceramic, carefully painted by hand. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Going for Golf'
$104.95
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on sale! $94.46
Spiffy in his blue tie and white jacket, a rotund golfer pedals merrily toward the golf course. His clubs sit neatly on the back of his bike. Rodolfo Padilla depicts the man in ceramic, sculpting the bicycle from wire and screws. It stands on a pinewood base. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Venus at Night'
$68.95
Seated alone on a rock, Venus is quiet and solitary. Eddy presents the beautiful nude in a classic pose. The serene ceramic figurine features an antique finish. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Little Heart of Mine'
$59.95
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on sale! $53.96
Centering a ghostly figure that leaps with joy, a brilliant heart declares its love with every beat. Xochitl and Rafael create a tribute to sweethearts everywhere. Fashioned of clay, the figurine stands in three dimensions on a pinewood square. It bears the word corazoncito (little heart) � a term of endearment. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Heart in Love'
$54.95
Like a red balloon, a heart stands on a wrought iron base. Xochitl and Rafael present a beautiful tribute to Amorcito coraz�n (Little Love of My Heart), the song by Manuel Esper�n made famous in film by Pedro Infante. |
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 Ceramic panel, 'Mystic Red Aztec Calendar'
$49.95
Georgina Cabrera presents this replica of the Aztec Calendar, where red highlights emphasize every symbol present in the original, sometimes called the "Sun Calendar." Controversial in name, for it is not originally from Aztlan, the calendar integrates the mythological conception of the creation of the world as well as serving a practical function. The central figure is Tonatiuh, or sun and the final ring is comprised by images of Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent. Tonatiuh is surrounded by images of the Olin which refer to the epochs of life, for it was believed that after four epochs the world would be destroyed and recreated. A second ring consists of 20 images symbolizing the days or tonalli. It was believed a year consisted of 18 months or meztli, with five or six extra days, called nemontemi adding up to a full calendar year. A third ring, akin to sun rays, is decorated with engraved motifs and originally contained precious stones, such as chalchihuite, or precious ornaments, symbolizing light, strength, and beauty. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Lovers'
$32.95
Holding hands, they press together in a heartfelt kiss. Christian sculpts a loving couple in smooth ceramic. He achieves the sleek surface by polishing the piece with a river rock and creates the dark coloration by exposing it to the smoke of mango leaves. Ceramics such as these are entirely unique � not even the artisan can recreate one. Thus slight variations of color or brushstrokes confirm their originality and authenticity. |
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 Ceramic statuettes, 'Striped Eggs'
$29.95
Christian sculpts smooth eggs in ceramic. Wide stripes in cream and charcoal distinguish the handsome pair. A symbol of new life, the eggs are polished with a river stone and receive their dark coloration from the smoke of mango leaves. Ceramics such as these are entirely unique � not even the artisan can recreate one. Thus slight variations of color or brushstrokes confirm their originality and authenticity. |
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 Ceramic statuettes, 'Night, Dawn and Day' (set of 3)
$42.95
Shaped of clay, three ceramic spheres explore celestial rhythms. Pools of starlight cover one, representing night. On another, dawn breaks in bands of clouds that push through the darkness. The third sphere depicts the sun's rays on its upper half. Christian creates the trio in the traditional Chulucanas style. They are polished with a river stone and receive their dark coloration from the smoke of mango leaves. Ceramics such as these are entirely unique � not even the artisan can recreate one. Thus slight variations of color or brushstrokes confirm their originality and authenticity. |
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 Chulucanas sculptures, 'Mythical Birds' (pair)
$29.95
Birds from a mythical paradise make their presence felt in this pair of ceramic spheres. Their image recalls the artistry of past Peruvian civilizations that inspire Christian to push the boundaries of his imagination. He crafts the round sculptures in the renowned style of Chulucanas ceramic art. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Itinerant Guitarrist'
$107.95
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on sale! $97.16
With his guitarr�n over his shoulder, an itinerant musician pedals toward his next gig. The large guitar plays an important role in mariachi groups, setting the vibrant rhythm for traditional tunes. Rodolfo Padilla depicts the man in ceramic, sculpting the bike from wire and screws. It stands on a pinewood base. |
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 Ceramic sculpture, 'Eclipse'
$262.95
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on sale! $236.66
All is color in this elegant ceramic sculpture by Carlos and Albert. Yet opposites reign as the fiery sun is embraced by a blue crescent moon. The faces merge in a wistful and beautiful eclipse. The piece is part of a signed limited edition of 150. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Little Sweetheart'
$54.95
Like a red balloon, a heart stands on a wrought iron base. It bears the word corazoncito (little heart) � a term of endearment. Always original, Xochitl and Rafael present a beautiful tribute to love. |
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 Panel, 'Mystic Blue Aztec Calendar'
$49.95
Georgina Cabrera presents this replica of the Aztec Calendar in shades of midnight blue, where a constellation of symbols illumes the "Sun Calendar." Controversial in name, for it is not originally from Aztlan, the calendar integrates the mythological conception of the creation of the world as well as serving a practical function. The central figure is Tonatiuh, or sun and the final ring is comprised by images of Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent. Tonatiuh is surrounded by images of the Olin which refer to the epochs of life, for it was believed that after four epochs the world would be destroyed and recreated. A second ring consists of 20 images symbolizing the days or tonalli. It was believed a year consisted of 18 months or meztli, with five or six extra days, called nemontemi adding up to a full calendar year. A third ring, akin to sun rays, is decorated with engraved motifs and originally contained precious stones, such as chalchihuite, or precious ornaments, symbolizing light, strength, and beauty. |
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 Chulucanas ceramic statuette, 'Dancer with Braids'
$97.95
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on sale! $88.16
Whirling to the rhythms of traditional tunes, a woman performs a folk dance. She holds her swirling skirt with both hands, smiling and singing as she moves to the music. Marzesa depicts the girl with long braids and a flower in her hair. She works in ceramic, polishing the piece with a river stone. It receives its dark coloration from the smoke of mango leaves. Ceramics such as these are entirely unique � not even the artisan can recreate one. Thus slight variations of color or brushstrokes confirm their originality and authenticity. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Passenger Airline'
$58.95
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on sale! $53.06
Fashioned of clay, a realistic airliner prepares for takeoff. Excited passengers peer from every window in a delightful sculpture by Carmen Rosa Soto. |
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 Ceramic and iron sculpture, 'Selling Lilies'
$107.95
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on sale! $97.16
Shaded by his wide straw sombrero, a man cycles through the village streets selling beautiful arum lilies. His presence recalls one of many Mexican traditions that inspire the art of Rodolfo Padilla. He hand-sculpts the man and flowers of ceramic, and sets them on an iron bike. This endearing sculpture features a pinewood base. Please note the possibility of slight cracks where ceramic and iron are joined together, caused by the firing process. Likewise, slight differences in color may occur. |
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 Ceramic sculpture, 'Yellow Andean Taxi'
$67.95
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on sale! $61.16
Juan Soto Palomino takes a scene from everyday life and transforms it into an endearing work of art. A bright yellow taxi roams the Andean highlands taking travelers here and there. Packed to the brim, their goods are safely tied to the car's roof. Soto's attention to detail is admirable as he sculpts this piece by hand from ceramic. |
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 Terracotta sculpture, 'Capoeira III, Spin'
$364.95
Brazilian artist Rodrigo Saramago captures the agility and strength of a Capoeira artist as he executes the rol� spin. In this move, the person turns at 360� towards the direction of the extended leg. Saramago sculpts this terracotta work with expert precision, finely detailing the man's rippling muscles. Capoeira is a form of martial art developed by slaves in Brazil. Specialized movements were disguised as a form of dance to avoid suspicion from oppressors. It is said that Capoeira was first used in battle in the slave revolt at Quilombo dos Palmares. Titled "Capoeira III (Rol�)" in Portuguese |
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 Ceramic sculpture, 'Sunday Outing'
$168.95
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on sale! $152.06
Everyone's ready for their Sunday outing, as even the family dog travels safely on the car's wide fender. Dad wears a proud smile, while mom keeps her eyes attentively on the road. The kids squeeze into the back hoping dad's vintage car will take them far. Rodolfo Padilla crafts an entertaining ceramic sculpture, which is set on a pinewood base. Please note the possibility of slight cracks where ceramic and iron are joined together, caused by the firing process. Likewise, slight differences in color may occur. |
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 Celadon ceramic statuette, 'Femininity'
$67.95
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on sale! $61.16
A graceful figure bows her head in contemplation in this lovely celadon ceramic sculpture handmade by Thailand's Sorapon Dhupagupta. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Juan and Lupita'
$128.95
Carried away by the tenderness in his kiss, she swoons in his arms. Her foot lifts to reveal the tire-tread sole of leather huaraches. Lupita is enamored of Juan, her gallant, mustachioed suitor. "My desire is to look closely at my people," Rodolfo Padilla says. He depicts the pair in ceramic, displaying the whimsical sculpture on a pinewood base. |
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 Ceramic figurine, 'Love of My Heart'
$69.95
Depicted in throbbing red, a heart is enshrined in ceramic. Xochitl and Rafael present a beautiful tribute to Amorcito coraz�n, the song by Manuel Esper�n made famous in film by Pedro Infante. |
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 Ceramic statuettes, 'Brown Convent Poker'
$37.95
Nuns enjoy a lazy afternoon playing an innocent game of cards. Counting points, keeping their cards close or trying to steal a glance at the other's hand, these nuns are serious players. Carmen Rosa Soto expertly conveys their poise and expression as she crafts each ceramic nun by hand. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Venus Alone'
$62.95
Seated alone on a rock, Venus is quiet and solitary. Eddy presents the beautiful nude in a classic pose. The serene ceramic figurine features an antique finish. |
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 Ceramic statuette, 'Our New Baby'
$129.95
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on sale! $116.96
Wearing a demure blue skirt and a bright rebozo, she watches carefully as her husband holds their newborn. Both gaze with loving amazement at the tiny baby. Rodolfo Padilla captures the emotion of a young couple from the Mexican countryside in ceramic. The sculpture stands on a pinewood base. |
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 Ceramic sculpture, 'Don Pancho'
$67.95
This little car boldly goes where no big vehicle dares to travel. Don Pancho drives family and friends up and down Andean slopes with their bags and luggage safely tied to the roof. Carmen Rosa Soto crafts an endearing ceramic sculpture that testifies to everyday Andean customs. |
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 Terracotta sculpture, 'Capoeira Headstand'
$364.95
More than a combat move, the headstand requires admirable control, strength and technical ability. An avid admirer of Capoeira martial art, Rodrigo Saramago expertly conveys the force, strength and velocity of a movement that distinguishes this unique form of martial art. Capoeira is a form of martial art developed by slaves in Brazil. Specialized movements were disguised as a form of dance to avoid suspicion from oppressors. It is said that Capoeira was first used in battle in the slave revolt at Quilombo dos Palmares. Titled "Parada de cabe�a" in Portuguese. |
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