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Folk Art from Peru

July 26, 2018

Peruvian Clay Figurines can be collected all year long and we make it easy to shop! These charming and playful miniature figurines, handmade in Peru, are positively stunning in their quality, colors, and minute details. One close look and you'll find yourself wondering "How do they create so much detail in such tiny figurines?" Made entirely by hand from diverse colored clays, each unique figurine requires the skill of several artisans to complete. The attention to detail in all of these Peru Clay Figures is truly unsurpassed. Since each is handmade in Peru, the colors and designs may vary.

Wool Tapestries from Peru are world-renowned for the looming and stitching skills required to create detailed scenes of Andean culture in every weaving. The stunning depictions incorporate vibrant colors made from natural dyes consisting of local minerals and plants and can be detailed enough to have field of depth in their scenes. The tapestries on our website were chosen for their overall quality, complexity of design, and expression of warmth and cultural spirit. These handmade pieces of art are best displayed on a wall, and will compliment any southwestern or rustic decor beautifully. The fabric consists of 50 percent alpaca wool and 50 percent acrylic fiber.

Peruvian Pottery is another unique art which could be collected and used to decorate your home with. This Pre-Columbian pottery is a highly developed form of creative expression in South and Central America that began in the fourteenth century. The potters here are well known for their excellent clay work and each artisan works in small family groups to learn their art as a tradition passed down from generation to generation. The function of these small pots is temporary household storage, but throughout the years these practical pots and their unique designs have also become fine pieces of art. Any of these highly detailed and colorful Pre-Columbian pots are sure to be a welcome addition to your southwestern décor.

Whether you choose figurines, tapestries or pottery to collect, we are sure you’ll love our unique pieces from artisans in Peru!

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