striking rings

Looking to infuse your space with cultural charm? Look no further than Monica de Castellanos' exquisite collection of ceramic sculptures inspired by her Guatemalan heritage and her love for angels. Each piece is carefully painted by hand and showcases traditional female attire from different regions of her country. Feast your eyes on this fabulous sculpture featuring a striking black skirt with pops of color and a red blouse or hüipil adorned with gorgeous yellow and black stripes from Santa Maria Chiquimula. With the addition of fabulous wings and a harp, this sculpture is sure to make a statement in any room and you will enjoy it for years to come thanks to its protective varnish finish.

Luis Alberto Gutiérrez pays tribute to his country's pre-Columbian heritage with this striking ceramic sculpture painted with a terracotta color created using pulverized stone. Long-tailed lizards appear to crawl up each of the handmade sculpture's three slender legs, while two rings of dots adorn the base of the vessel's long neck. The tripod's design is influenced by similar ceramic objects crafted by Costa Rica's indigenous peoples many centuries ago. "These are the vessels our ancestors used in funeral rituals, where they deposited the funeral remains together with other ceramic pieces and metals; these pieces carry with them a great deal of history and they comprise many years of antiquity," explains the artisan.

Monica de Castellanos' collection of ceramic angel sculptures is a must-have for those seeking a unique and culturally-inspired addition to their home décor. Hand-painted with great attention to detail, each piece beautifully depicts traditional female attire from various regions of her native Guatemala. This sculpture featuring the costume of San Pedro Sacatepequez boasts a bright yellow skirt with striking stripes, a white blouse or hüipil decorated with charming geometric motifs in purple and yellow as well as fabulous wings and a harp. This remarkable decorative accent is sure to stand out in any space and will be cherished for years to come thanks to its protective varnish finish.

Monica de Castellanos’ collection of ceramic sculptures is a true reflection of her inspiration drawn from angels and the rich culture of her native Guatemala. Each piece is carefully painted by hand and showcases the traditional attire worn by women in different regions of her country. This time she depicts the costume of San Rafael Petzal with a striking red blouse or hüipil adorned with geometric patterns and paired with a burgundy skirt featuring colorful horizontal and vertical stripes. The golden harp in the angel's hands and the exquisite ivory wings exude pure grace while the sculpture’s varnish finish ensures longevity and protection.

Make your home more vibrant with the cultural flair of Monica de Castellanos’ spectacular ceramic figurines. Her passion for angels and the culture of her native Guatemala is evident in every meticulously hand-painted piece depicting traditional female attire from various regions of the country. This figurine, showcasing the stunning costume of Sololá, is a prime example of her exceptional work. The striped black skirt and the long red blouse or hüipil, adorned with exquisite motifs in white, black, pink and aqua, create a captivating visual impact. The wings and golden harp add to the piece's charm, making it a striking decorative accent for any space. With its protective varnish finish, this figurine will retain its allure for years to come.

Located in the center of Peru, Tarma is a village known for its music and dance traditions. Among these traditions, Huayno is a distinctive dance performed by a man and a woman, characterized by agile stomping of the feet. Artisan Erika Ulloa pays homage to this dance, combining it with a traditional nativity scene. Handcrafted of ceramic and painted by hand, the intricate figures of the dancers perform around baby Jesus, accompanied by a band of woodwind and string instrumentalists.