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In order to make this cute set of three tiger-shaped figurines, Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills, a method that has been used in his native Guatemala since the ancient times of the Mayans. These playful figurines are finally painted by hand and they are all set to bring some color to your spaces.

To make this cute set of three turkey-shaped figurines, Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills, a method that has been used in his native Guatemala since the ancient times of the Mayans. These playful figurines are finally painted by hand and they are all set to bring some color to your spaces.

This enchanting ceramic owl family captures the playful spirit of Central American folklore in three beautifully crafted figurines that seem to hold secrets from ancient times. The charming tecolotes display Guatemalan artisan Jose Arriola's skilled craftsmanship through their bold, cheerful colors. Fired using traditional Mayan methods in charcoal and wood grills, these sturdy ceramics bear the authentic marks of the region's rich cultural heritage.

To make this cute set of three figurines in the shape of a rooster, a hen and a chick, Jose Arriola works ceramic at high temperatures on wood and charcoal-fueled grills, a method that has been used in his native Guatemala since the ancient times of the Mayans. These playful figurines are finally painted by hand and they are all set to bring some color to your spaces.

These delightful ceramic owl figurines by Guatemala’s Jose Arriola bring ancient Mayan wisdom straight to your space with their vibrant colors and endearing family grouping. Each tecolote—the beautiful náhuatl term for owl—showcases intricate hand-painted details that emerge from the region's time-honored ceramic traditions. Artisans masterfully shape and fire these charming accessories using traditional high-temperature techniques with charcoal and wood-fueled grills, creating sturdy companions that radiate warmth and cultural authenticity. The trio's expressive faces and rich glazes make them perfect for adding personality to shelves, desks or anywhere you want a touch of Central American artistry.