Pre Colombian Very Tall Chancay Pottery Standing Female China, Ca 1200-1450 CE, 1039. Description: Pre Colombian Very Tall Chancay Pottery Standing Female China, Peru, ca. 1200 to 1450 CE. This is a very large, hollow made pottery figure in the classic Chancay style, showing a standing figure with wide eyes, small nose and mouth, and facial decorations that are representative of either scarification or tattooing - or possibly a beard, although a slit on the body seems to suggest the figure is female. It wears a headband and has dark hair. Its short arms are thrown out to the side and feet are broad and have delineated toes. Piercings along the top of the headband may have had rings, feathers, or other decoration in them at some point. Chancay ceramics have been found mainly in the cemeteries of the Ancon and Chancay valleys; this pottery seems to have been produced on a large scale using molds. Their pottery would start with a rough matte surface that would be painted later in contrasting cream, brown, and black. Egg-shaped figures like this one, with geometric decoration around the face and head, are some of the most common figures found. Comes with custom stand. Dimensions: 8.6" W x 16.2" H (21.8 cm x 41.1 cm) Condition: Intact with much pigment remaining. Old accession sticker on underside of one foot. Provenance: Ex-Private Atlanta, GA collection, ex Thibadeau collection acquired 1960 to 1980 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all purchases. Some background on the Chancay Culture The Chancay culture (1200-1450 A.D.) reigned mainly in the valleys of Chancay and Chillon on the middle coast of Peru. In the early 15th century the Chimú state conquered parts of southern Chancay area, and round about the year 1450 the Incas occupied both areas. The best-known of the Chancay artifacts are textiles that consist of embroidery work, paint-decorated fabrics, gauze's and three-dimensional groups of dolls. Among others, shades of yellow and brown, scarlet, white, lavender-blue and olive green were the colors used. Birds and a deity wearing a crescent-like headdress have been the most popular decorative motifs. Thousands of Chancay textiles have been preserved to this day, so their ancient production must have been remarkably extensive. However, the quality of the textile material has not suffered from this, and the Chancay material is always well finished off and carefully made. The Chancay ceramics is made with mould, matt-surfaced and almost without exception white and black. The Chancay vessels are often big and rather peculiar in form. Especially a large egg-shaped jar is common. In addition to vessels, dolls that are quite big, too, and often represent the female sex have been made from clay. Their face and often the upper part of the body have been covered with geometric ornaments. Geometric ornamentation and a strong simplification of animal and human motifs are part of the typical features of the Chancay ceramics. (Source: taide museo)

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Location: Otakon 2024 - Marriott Marquee M3 Level, Union Station Workshop Room Date: Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm EST Class Length: 2 hours In this course Plexi Cosplay will teach students the basics for EVA foam manipulation. The course will use SKS Props' Buggy the Clown hat pattern and create an unpainted finished product ready to be taken home and painted. In this lecture you'll learn: How to transfer patterns How to cut foam properly How to glue foam together How to manipulate EVA foam clay Prerequisite Skills: Beginner friendly - no experience required About the Instructor: PlexiCosplay is an award-winning cosplayer from Maryland who specializes in engineering and high-end costume design. She has judged large cosplay circuits like C2E2 but spends much of her time collaborating with gaming companies to bring characters to life. She is also the manager of one of Maryland's largest makerspaces and teaches classes on digital design and fabrication outside of cosplay. The Nitty Gritty: To participate in this class you must be at least 16 years of age Space is limited and all tickets are first come first serve Purchasing a ticket reserves one (1) seat at this class. For multiple tickets, please add more than one ticket to your cart All tickets are final sale. In the event of a no-show, no refunds will be available Tickets will be delivered digitally to the email address provided at checkout. This digital ticket will be needed to enter the event. All classes start promptly at the time they're scheduled for. In the event of tardiness, you may miss certain aspects of the class and may not be able to complete the scheduled project in full Our Sponsors for the 2024 Cosplay Sewing Gallery:

Is it just us, or does this earthy compote look like it was pulled right out of a Dutch master's still life painting? It’s hands-down a work of art in its own right, since it was handmade by Fort Worth–based ceramicist Kendall Davis. (That texture you see is unglazed earthen Hawaiian clay.) This footed bowl will shine on its own anywhere you set it, of course. As for us...we’ll be letting it show off all our fruit in the kitchen. We mean c'mon—can't you see it showing off a whole bushel of citrus as a centerpiece? Wowza. But don't stop at fruit—this one-of-a-kind piece is an A+ serving bowl for your side dishes like pasta and salad, too. Here's a few ideas for the dishing up: 16 cool-as-a-cucumber salad recipes. Funky, flavorful side dishes that complete any Korean meal. 27 wow-worthy side dishes for chicken. The 2-ingredient Southern side dish that doesn't need a lick of salt.

we brings to you an Exclusive Indian Traditional Earthen Water Bottle that will surely help you create a ‘WOW’ factor experience in front of your guests. It is beautifully handcrafted by the abled craftsman of Rajasthan, India. Features & Benefits -> Clay is Alkaline in nature, hence it interacts with the acidity in the food and neutralizes the pH balance. Thereby reducing the common stomach problems, that even youngsters in the grab of due to excessive consumption of Fast Foods. Clay contains all the possible vitamins, even vitamin B12. -> 100% Organic & Natural- Zero use of chemicals and colors that imparts uniform reddish color to the finished product. Swadeshi Blessings highly condemn this wrongful act. Naturally occurring Red Clay is used for this purpose. -> It is unglazed, so the pore of the pots are open thus little water seeps out in very small amount that naturally keeps the water inside the pot in a cool state. These water bottles quench the thirst of people with cool water without the usage of electricity at no additional cost. Harmful effects of Cooking in Aluminium Utensils- 1. Food cooked in aluminium vessels or in aluminium foil can absorb aluminium because it gets easily dissolved into food and water during the cooking process. 2. This absorbed aluminium goes into the bloodstream and accumulates in different organs in different people causing a multitude of effects. 3. Some unpleasant effects of eating food cooked in aluminium are hyper-acidity, indigestion, flatulence, skin problems like pigmentation, dandruff, and chronic inflammation of the intestine. 4. Aluminium also reduces growth of bone and predisposes to osteoporosis. The simplest measure of replacing aluminium cooking vessels is with Earthen Cookware that inturn adds many essential nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium and sulphur to food. What Makes Our Product Unique & Distinct? 1. Unlike most of the earthen pots that you see today are Made of Die in factories, we procure our products from potters residing in various parts of our country that still uses the Potter's Wheel. 2. Most earthen pots are Dried in Ovens at high temperature to dry them faster which completely ruins the natural clay properties. Instead, we leave them to dry in the open air and natural sunlight. 3. Most earthen pots available in the market are coated with chemical paints or glazed that imparts them Red glossiness and shine. Swadeshi Blessings highly condemn this wrongful act. Our Products are made using Naturally excavated Clay. clay cup set of 4 Material- Combination of River Clay & Red Soil . Thanks for Showing Interest in Our Product.

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The four types of clay are Earthenware clay, Stoneware clay, Ball clay, and Porcelain. All of them can be used to make pottery, the end result will differ.

One of the most common kitchen accessories in kitchen is mortar & pestle. Sometimes they pass down generations as part of their kitchen heirloom. This terracotta mortar & pestle is being used in rural households of Rajasthan from decades. Try this unglazed, rough in texture clay mortar & pestle to crush spices or make garlic chutney / Paste. Slight difference in design and colour is the sign of a handcrafted piece. Not to be used on Gas stove or microwave. This rustic, authentic and beautiful product has been crafted by hands by traditional artisans. In many cases they are traditionally used within their own rural communities. Pottery work from Pokhran, Rajasthan has its distinct style. While firing their wares, potters sprinkle ash on them, Hence products are whitish in colour. This indicates that the product is brand-new. After a wash or two, the shade changes from whitish to terracotta shade. How to Use: Getting started Soak the mortar & pestle overnight before first use Next morning, let it dry completely after which it is ready for use Cleaning Rinse well with hot water Put one tablespoon salt and scrub the pot with a light scrubber (or coconut coir) Wipe it with cotton cloth and let it dry completely Note: Do not use soap or detergent. They will soak into the pores and seep into your food.

Archaeologists from the University of Oxford found the original territorial state of Egypt developed from primitive beginnings in as little as six hundred years.

Red edible clay, like other edible clays, is typically composed of minerals such as kaolinite, montmorillonite, and other naturally occurring compounds. The red color is often due to the presence of iron oxide. This type of clay is sometimes consumed for its purported health benefits, which can include detoxification, digestive support, and mineral supplementation.  The texture is Smooth and Earthy no grit Minimal root traces

Feldspar is an important ingredient in clay bodies and glazes. In both applications they provide additional alumina (Al2O3) and silica (SiO2).

A few years ago, a worldly friend who’s always in the know posted something to her Facebook wall that went something like this: Mudlarking on the Thames is the best way to spend a Sunday morning in London. She had me at "mudlarking"—I had no clue what it was. It seemed like something curiously obscu

Animal forms, human figures and abstract designs all provide valuable information about the diverse cultures of the region