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Handcrafted Pre-Hispanic Style Decorative Ceramic Vase, "Time and History"

Product ID: 380758

Low and graceful, this decorative vase rises to a narrow neck and a flared rim. Elpidio Chavarria takes his inspiration from the Chorotega people, a... more

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Low and graceful, this decorative vase rises to a narrow neck and a flared rim. Elpidio Chavarria takes his inspiration from the Chorotega people, a proud civilization that inhabited parts of what is now Costa Rica when the Spaniards arrived. Russet accents complement the beige and black mineral glazes.

  • 0.72 kgs
  • 1.6 lbs
  • 10.5 cm H x 15.5 cm Diam.
  • 4.1" H x 6" Diam.

  • Terracotta
  • Not watertight
  • For decorative use only
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Costa Rica
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 380758
Elpidio Chavarria
Elpidio Chavarria

Central America

Handcrafted Chorotega-style terracotta ceramics

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Paul

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Dec 25, 2021

“Great gift idea”

Got this for my mom who likes unique artwork with a hand made appeal. This is a great decorative item and useful as a catchall.

Catchall, art display This was a gift for Mother Occasion: Christmas
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Susan

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Jun 10, 2020

“Very nice”

Love it but wish it were a bit bigger

Purchased Item Costa Rican Monkey, Monkey-Themed Ceramic Mini Decorative Bowl from Costa Rica

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Judy

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Feb 14, 2018

“Awesome Gecko Dish!”

Just received my dish yesterday and I?m very pleased with it. The colors are vivid, but not overbearing. Size is true to that stated on product description. Packed well and arrived very quickly. Makes a nice gift for any Gecko lover.

Purchased Item Gecko's Gaze, Orange and Black Gecko Chorotega Pottery Decorative Bowl

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