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Pre-Hispanic Style Armadillo Man Decorative Ceramic Vessel, "Anthropomorphic Armadillo"

Product ID: 396326

Shaped of terracotta, an enigmatic vessel stands on three legs. A face emerges from its smooth carapace. Is it an animal? Or perhaps a mask held in... more

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Shaped of terracotta, an enigmatic vessel stands on three legs. A face emerges from its smooth carapace. Is it an animal? Or perhaps a mask held in human hands? Arlen Estrada depicts the creature in a terracotta effigy inspired by Nicaragua's pre-Hispanic peoples. It is meticulously painted by hand in earthen colors.

  • 1.46 kgs
  • 3.2 lbs
  • 22.5 cm H x 9 cm Diam.
  • 8.75" H x 3.5" Diam.

  • Ceramic
  • For decorative use only
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Not watertight
  • Signed by the artist
  • Made in Nicaragua
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 396326
Arlen Estrada
Arlen Estrada

Central America

Ceramic vases

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Atticus

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May 26, 2023

Unique and charming”

Crafted by a creative and original artist. Lovely work.

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Prajakti

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May 05, 2023

Very elegant design”

It looks very beautiful and unique

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Nathalie

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Jan 24, 2023

Wish it was a bit bigger”

I wish the vase was a little bit bigger but I still give it a five stars because its beautiful, well made, the colors are vibrant, and I love it anyway! I will buy more from this artist.

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