warrior sculptures

A delicate elephant reaches his arms over his head in this adorable figurine from Thai artisan Duangkamol. Crafted from green celadon ceramic, the elephant is shaped into "warrior pose," a yoga position also know as virabhadrasana. The figurine is treated with a glossy glaze in a crackled finish.

Inspired by the ancient Mochica culture of South America, Peruvian artisan Walter Jose Acosta presents this sculpture. Intended as a replica, the sculpture is crafted of ceramic to depict a traditional cuchimilco, characterized by stocky and flat forms. This sculpture depicts a warrior.

Lord Ai Aepec appears standing on an orb with clasped hands looking toward the heavens. He has feline fangs and he is flanked by snakes. The orb is adorned with a mollusk and vessel as symbols of the food and water provided by this Moche deity. José Acosta crafts an extraordinary huaco sculpture as he masters ceramic techniques to create the illusion of an aged piece. Through his art Acosta honours ancient beliefs in which Ai Aepec is deemed the lord creator and protector of the Moche people, provider of food and water, as well as of military triumphs. He was greatly revered as well as feared, for it was believed that this blood-thirsty god demanded the sacrifice of young warriors.

The artistic essence of the Moche people, also known as Mochica, is masterfully revived by Peru’s Walter Jose Acosta in this breathtaking ceramic reproduction of a huaco vessel. With meticulous craftsmanship, every delicate detail springs to life, unveiling a warrior adorned with a traditional headdress that boasts a striking wild cat motif. Infuse your space with the cultural significance and unmatched beauty of this remarkable decorative accent.

Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association craft two faithful ceramic replicas of the legendary plumed coyote, hailed by the Aztec people as the guardian of artisans. The coyotes' feathers are seen to be moving with the night's breeze. The Aztecs also regarded the feathered coyote as the loyal companion of Tezcatlipoca, Lord of Night and of Wars, inspiring the formation of the coyote-warrior battalion.