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Ceramic mask, ‘Inca Idol’
Posted by Novica on 30 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: andean vividly handpainted masks, home decor, masks, novica
Impressive in polychrome majesty, this mask reveals Inca splendor. The elongated visage is balanced by dangling earrings and a headdress honoring the Sun God. Salomon Ruiz molds this mask from ceramic which he bakes at 900???C. Finally, he hand-paints motifs of ancient allure.
Ceramic mask, ‘Meditating Warrior’
Posted by Novica on 27 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean vividly handpainted masks, home decor, masks, novica
Pausing in reflection before heading into battle, the “Meditating Warrior” displays a lavish mixture of color and design. Closing his eyes in solemn contemplation, he savors a stolen moment of peace in the midst of war. A vibrant Moche piece for the eclectic d???cor. Salomon Ruiz is a self-taught artist who has developed an innovative style influenced by the ancient Vicus, Moche, and Nazca cultures. Ruiz fashions his ceramic pieces by hand and fires them at high temperatures. Finally, he painstakingly paints each one in vivid colors and applies clear enamel, which enhances and protects the finish.
Ceramic mask, ‘Tumi Face’
Posted by Novica on 22 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean vividly handpainted masks, home decor, masks, novica
This fascinating mask is created by master artisan Salomon Ruiz, adapting ancient motifs from the Moche and Chavin cultures of pre-Hispanic Peru to a modern context. The striking colors and unusual shapes combine to create a dramatic effect.
Ceramic masks, ‘Colors’ (pair)
Posted by Novica on 22 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean vividly handpainted masks, home decor, masks, novica
Bright primary colors light up these ceramic masks by Salomon Ruiz. The masks were shaped from ceramic and fired at a high temperature. Ruiz uses his masks to represent iconographies of ancient Peruvian cultures like the Chavin, Nazca, and Moche. The brilliant colors of the masks ensure that they will look beautiful wherever they are placed.