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Handcrafted Peruvian Ceramic Ark – Ayacucho Folk Art Sculpture (12 in)

Handcrafted Peruvian Ceramic Ark – Ayacucho Folk Art Sculpture (12 in)

★★★★★ Rated 4.9/5 by collectors (30 Reviews)

Est. 1987. Historic craftsmanship meets modern design.

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Regular price $500.00 USD
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This is not a souvenir. It is a centerpiece.

Most Noah’s Ark retablos remain trapped inside traditional wooden boxes. This piece breaks the mold entirely, translating the Ayacucho tradition into a massive, free-standing ceramic sculpture of exceptional complexity.

At $500, you are investing in the density of the work. Look closely at the "crowd": this is a chaotic, living narrative interpreted through a distinctly Andean lens. Noah is depicted wearing a traditional chullo cap, grounding the biblical story in the Peruvian sierra. The palette is sophisticated and earth-bound—terracotta, ochre, chestnut, and sage—avoiding the bright, synthetic glazes found on lesser tourist pieces.

Standing 12 inches tall with a substantial footprint, this is a statement piece designed to anchor a room or collection. It is contemporary studio work in excellent condition, showcasing the distinct, irregular hand of a master artisan.

The Specifications

  • Origin: Ayacucho, Peru
  • Material: Hand-sculpted, kiln-fired ceramic
  • Dimensions: 12" H x 9" W x 7.3" D (approx.)
  • Rarity: Unsigned studio production; one-of-a-kind modeling.
  • Condition: Collector grade. Excellent with no chips or repairs.
  • Logistics: Ships securely from Taos, New Mexico.

Care & Handling

Handle with extreme care. This is a heavy, intricate ceramic piece. Lift with both hands from the base only. Dust with a soft, dry artisan brush; never use water or cleaning solvents.

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