Ceramic
Celadon ceramic statuette, 'Femininity'
A graceful figure bows her head in contemplation in this lovely celadon ceramic sculpture handmade by Thailand's Sorapon Dhupagupta.
Ceramic statuettes, 'Brown Convent Poker'
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.
Ceramic statuette, 'Paracas Pret-a-Porter'
Bright colors and glyph-like patterns distinguish the unique textile artistry of Paracas, in Peru's Pisco province. Meaning "sand rain, " Paracas is a city by the sea known for hosting myriad migrating birds.
Ceramic statuette, 'Our New Baby'
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.
Ceramic sculpture, 'Don Pancho'
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.
Ceramic figurine, 'Heart in Love'
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.
Ceramic statuette, 'Nazca Legged Sofa'
Nazca artistry inspires the linear patterns that adorn this tantalizing ceramic sculpture. The colorful "Legged Sofa" series by ceramic artist Lulli Luca is a unique celebration of pre-Hispanic Peruvian cultures, as well as of women and their role in the family, art and culture.
Ceramic sculpture, 'King of the Road'
Market day has proven to be quite successful as people return home with packed suitcases and delicious foods. They hop on a taxi, as many as can fit, and ensure their safety to the driver who deftly tackles the Andean slopes and curves.
Chulucanas ceramic statuette, 'Dancer with Braids'
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.
Ceramic statuette, 'Chavin Legged Sofa'
The unique art of the Chavin culture and its double-meaning patterns that exalt transformation now inspire the colorful "Legged Sofa" series by ceramic artist Lulli Luca.