This is a ceramic effigy vessel crafted by the Chorrera culture, known for its intricate designs.

• Features detailed anthropomorphic motifs

• Handmade in Ecuador

• Rich terracotta color

• Measures approximately 5 inches in height

This piece is an effigy vessel inspired by the ceramic tradition of the Chorrera culture (1100 BC - 100 BC) of Ecuador.

Object characteristics

• Style: It features characteristic elements of Ecuadorian pre-Columbian pottery, such as the use of pastillage (application of clay pieces on the surface) to create concentric circles and geometric motifs.

• Origin: The text "Made in Ecuador" suggests that it is a contemporary artisanal replica or a piece of folk art that honors ancestral techniques.

• Technique: Chorrera ceramics are famous for their burnishing technique , which gives a smooth and shiny finish to the surface