ceramic folk art

Dapper in his dark suit and tie and carrying a briefcase, this handsome skeletal businessman is crafted by Mexico's Jorge Escamilla. The artisan works in clay and steel wire to create the ceramic statuette, modeled after the tradition of José Guadalupe Posada's "La Calavera Catrina". The original "La Calavera Catrina" was a zinc etching created by the artist José Guadalupe Posada in Mexico around 1910. Posada created the character, a female skeleton with an elegant hat, as a satirical portrait to lampoon Mexican natives who aspired to European style and denied their own heritage. The catrina has since become an emblem of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration and a popular folk art subject.

Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills to bring this sweet family of dalmatians to life. This artisanal method is traditional in his native Guatemala and dates back to the ancient times of the Mayans. Make the perfect gift for dog lovers with this lovely hand-painted dalmatian family!

Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills to bring this amusing family of penguins to life. This artisanal method is traditional in his native Guatemala and dates back to the ancient times of the Mayans. Get more than one smile from your guests and loved ones with this decorative hand-painted penguin family!

Walter Jose Acosta depicts a high-ranking woman of the Nazca culture of ancient Peru. Her robes reveal intricate geometric motifs, expertly handwoven by these pre-Inca people. Even more complex patterns border her finely-woven head covering, and she decorates her face with precise red dots. Crafted of terracotta, the image is masterfully painted by hand.

Inspired by the celebrations of the Day of the Dead, this little kitty comes to life thanks to Feriberto Aylas's exquisite talent. Made to add convenience and uniqueness to your desk, this ceramic pencil holder is crafted with traditional Andean pottery techniques in the enchanting lands of Peru. The artisan paints the piece by hand, combining charming hues in a black-and-white design that exudes a whimsical and adorable aura.

This season brings a romantic aura with the festive touch of the Day of the Dead celebrations, all portrayed by a skeleton couple crafted by Jorge Escamilla. The Mexican artisan draws inspiration from regional customs to create this set of two ceramic sculptures portraying a bride Catrina and her groom, all wearing exquisite wedding garments crafted by hand with masterful artistry.

The Day of the Dead season is now full of a romantic aura thanks to this happy skeleton couple that Jorge Escamilla portrays in his latest artwork. The Mexican artisan draws inspiration from regional traditions to create this ceramic sculpture portraying a bride Catrina joyously embracing her groom, all wearing wedding garments crafted by hand with sublime artistry.