Hand-Painted Mayan Pottery Jaguar Sculpture

This clay jaguar figurine is crafted using traditional Mayan pottery techniques. Each jaguar statue is shaped, polished, and hand-painted with natural clay tones, highlighting the expressive style of Mexican folk art. Handmade in Amatenango del Valle, Chiapas.

In Maya culture, the jaguar symbolizes strength, protection, and transformation. This artisan-made piece reflects that heritage through detailed hand-painting and the organic texture created by ocote-wood outdoor firing, a signature method of Chiapas pottery.

Perfect for boho, rustic, or cultural home decor, this ceramic jaguar adds a meaningful accent to shelves, consoles, or living spaces. Every sculpture is one of a kind, with slight variations in form and finish that celebrate the beauty of handmade Mexican pottery.

Details
• Medium size: 8” W × 3” H                                                                                                        • Gold and Black                                                                                                                           • Natural clay, hand-painted
• Wood-fired using ocote
• Mexican folk art from Chiapas
• Each piece is a unique artisan sculpture