Anasazi / Mimbres Zoomorphic Bowl Replication

The Mimbres Culture circa 200 to 1150 A.D. is believed to be related to the prehistoric Anasazi, but because of their geographic isolation their art took a divergent path of creativity which is evidenced by the remarkable small to medium sized ceramic picture bowls they painted of the natural world that surrounded them. This replication is of an incredible and fantastic zoomorphic creature which features the attributes of a hare combined with the tail of a rattlesnake! The animal is perched upon a flower and appears suspended in the air. It is difficult to determine the true meaning of this design as no written records exist to discern the symbolism of this bygone culture. This piece was inspired by an actual bowl which is hundreds of years old. The replication appears authentic and as an original Mimbres bowl because primitive techniques where used to reproduce it. It was handmade, painted with homemade brushes, and fired in a dirt pit using Juniper branches which rendered upon its surface rich fire clouds and a smoky patina.  It is a rare person who can actually afford to purchase original artifacts and few are available to be acquired. The majority of us need to travel hundreds of miles to a museum to see these pieces of lost art from an extinct culture. This replication offers an affordable alternative solution to anyone who appreciates the unique rawness and natural look of a prehistoric artifact. If you love archeology and the simplicity and beauty of primitive art, you will not be disappointed in this bowl, “Zoomorph.”

Diameter:  Seven (7) Inches

Price:  $135.00 with free handling and shipping to anywhere in the contiguous United States of America.

For display purposes only. Not to be used for food preparation or serving.