Ceramic statuette, 'North Peruvian Dancer' (large)

Whirling to the rhythms of traditional tunes, a woman performs a folk dance from northern Peru. She holds her swirling skirt with both hands, smiling and singing as she moves to the music. Marzesa depicts the girl with long braids and a flower in her hair. She works with Chulucanas ceramic techniques, polishing the piece with a river stone. It receives its dark coloration from the smoke of mango leaves. 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.