Ceremonial Pre-Colombian Ceramic Tobacco Pipe
$95.00
Out of stock
Description
Ceremonial Pre-Colombian Ceramic Tobacco Pipe
This pipe is reconstructed from ancient examples uncovered in the western part of Mexico. Traditionally these Ceremonial Pipes were used by tribal Chieftains to smoke tobacco, and other local herbs. Smoking was an activity with religious significance and largely restricted to the noble class, prior to 1520. This pipe is fully functional and traditionally sculpted. The Pipe measures approximately 5 inches tall by 10 inches long
Shipping:
Orders will be shipped by a carrier of our choice (USPS or UPS) Typical time will be 3-5 business days. International orders take 5 to 10 days depending on the location.
About the building process:
The building process: First I collect the clay and hand coil it into the shape of the Aztec Death Whistle. In order to get the feel and result of Ancient Native American pottery i use local river clay. I let the piece air dry then sand and paint the designs with natural clay pigments from different colored clays, then I further let them dry outdoor in the Sun. I then pit fire them in my studio. The color of the Aztec Death Whistle is due to the properties of the clay and fire clouding which means painted by fire. Each piece takes close to twenty days to complete These items are one of a kind artisan piece. This craft is authentic Purepecha First Nations pottery.
