Cuzco vase, 'Astronomer' (Peru)

By Juan Sandoval and Yanett Huaman, this splendid design is inspired by their ancestors in Cuzco and the great Inca Empire. They work in ceramic to create the handsome vase, painting the geometric motifs freehand on the surface. Conjuring the ancient civilization in color and form, the artisans pay tribute to their ancestors.

Cuzco vase, 'Inca Splendor' (Peru)

This handcrafted vase presents a wealth of information, its patterned bands symbolically describing Inca history and customs. To create the piece, the Huaman Paucar Family selects choice local clay and after being fired in a wood-burning kiln, the vase is hand-painted with earth colors and varied pigments.

Ceramic vases, 'Time Out' (pair) (Peru)

Inspired by scenes of highland villages, Francisco Guerreros paints them on a delightful set of vases. Crafted by hand, they attest to his skill in decorative ceramics.

Ceramic vase, 'Andean Girl' (Peru)

These young girls face away from the viewer, leaving us with a view of delightful pigtails. Ceramic work at its finest is demonstrated in this decorative vase. Francisco Guerreros, inspired by the sights of young girls in their hats walking in the streets, created this work using contrasting colors and stark geometric shapes.

Decorative ceramic vessel, 'Moche Rituals' (Peru)

San Jose de Moro Association presents a vessel of dramatic beauty, replicating the ones used in Moche sacrificial ceremonies circa 200 - 700 A.D. The vessel is crafted by hand with antique ceramic techniques and painted with natural pigments featuring dancers holding offerings. The ceramic vessel features perforations and protuberances. The bowl is signed by the artist who crafted it.

Ceramic plate, 'Andean Village' (Peru)

Proficient manipulation of color, shade and shape by the skillful Francisco Guerrero distinguish this decorative ceramic plate. With an enchanting array of colors, this piece makes a vibrant addition to any home interior.

Ceramic plate, 'Women of the Highlands' (Peru)

Francisco Guerreros crafts another eye-engaging piece with this bright depiction of Andean women among traditional vessel containers. Skillfully hand painted with soothing colors, this ceramic plate tastefully enhances any space in the home.

Cuzco jar, 'Revered Inca Icons' (Peru)

The mesmerizing iconography of the Inca culture finds geometric expression in this decorative handcrafted jar. Using select local clay, the artisans of the Huaman Paucar family create a stunning piece, whose perfect contours are matched only by a precise palette of strong tones. A fluid work to display in the home, it is named wira, is Quechua for "fat." As each piece is crafted individually, the product received may vary slightly in its color and design.

Ceramic vessel, 'Ancestral Magic' (Peru)

Colorful figures from Peru's ancient Huari culture cover a serene blue vase. Crafted by hand, this beautiful ceramic jar comes from Lulli Luca. Its lighthearted tribute to ancestral peoples adapts the piece to modern interiors. The vase bears Luca's signature on a silver plate. .950 silver

Chulucanas ceramic vase, 'Curves' (Peru)

Curving seductively from a wide base to a narrow neck and flared lip, this vase comes from Rafael Medel. He works in the traditional style of Chulucanas to create this superlative piece. The melon tone contrasts with charcoal black stripes in a work from the series "Black Stripes in Low Relief." Ceramics such as these are entirely unique � not even the artisan can recreate one. Thus slight variations of color or brushstrokes confirm their originality and authenticity.

Cuzco decorative ceramic plate, 'Moche River' (Peru)

A narrow river zigzags across this handsome decorative plate by Juan Sandoval and Yanett Huaman. Painted by hand, fish swim with the current, their contrasting color highlighting their importance in the composition. For ancient peoples in Peru, fishing in rivers, lakes and the sea was an important source of food.

Aged Cuzco vase, 'Inca Fields' (Peru)

Intricate and colorful, geometric motifs appear on an archeological replica. The Huaman Paucar Family meticulously recreates them on a hand-crafted vase. Precisely painted with the finest of brushes, it then receives a special antique finish. The motifs are inspired by the sacred valley of the Inca and its fertile fields.

Aged Cuzco vessel, 'Jaguar Decanter' (Peru)

Stretched sinuously to form a handle, a jaguar snarls menacingly. He stands guard atop this elegant vessel by the Huaman Paucar Family. Known as a salamanca, such vessels were used to store and serve chicha, an alcoholic drink made from corn. Finished with an antique patina, the vase's magical motifs recreate the legendary ceramic work of the Inca civilization. Because each vase is crafted individually by hand, there may be slight variations in color and form.

Ceramic vase, 'The Monastery' (Peru)

Women sit outside a monastery, their traditional garments flashing vivid colors and brilliant geometric. Francisco Guerreros uses passionate red along with black and bright yellow to create a harmonious dance of color on this brilliant ceramic vase.

Cuzco plate, 'Inca Warrior' (Peru)

Silhouetted in white like a ghost, an ancient warrior hovers amid a fiery background. Intricate geometric motifs surround the man, each one inspired by Cuzco's rich archeological legacy. Rolando and Luis create this decorative plate in tribute to Inca glory. A loop at the back permits wall display.

Cuzco ceramic plate, 'Moche Fisherman' (Peru)

Paddling through Pacific waters, an ancient personage steers his boat. The prow and stern boast guardian cat images, such as those often modeled into ceramic jars. Juan Sandoval and Yanett Huam�n recreate the Inca past with this original decorative plate. They sign their design as "SH" for Sandoval Huaman.

Plate, 'Harlequin' (Peru)

Jhonny Morote interprets the Harlequin as a pre-Hispanic concept. Depicted in brilliant colors, the classic personage is featureless, his face a mask. "I want to create a vocabulary of images inspired in the past but with a contemporary vision," the artist says.

Decorative ceramic vessel, 'Winged Moche Warrior' (Peru)

Brave and fearless, a Moche warrior appears at the center of this ceramic bowl. From San Jose de Moro Association, the bowl is crafted with the same techniques developed by Moche ceramists, and painted by hand with colors obtained from natural dyes. The warrior is depicted in the midst of battle, holding a vessel believed to contain the blood of his enemies. The Moche revered life and believed that after death, life continued in another plane where people had the same social status, responsibilities and privileges, which is why they were buried with provisions for the afterlife. This is a museum replica of a bowl believed to be dated in 200 - 700 A.D. The bowl is signed by the artist who crafted it.