Large Ceramic Maize God Summer_Hats The etching in the centre

The etching in the centre is of Buddha in a full lotus pose with an alms bowl

reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the Andes

distinguishing her from the normal path of Indian male Buddhist masters

Ethically sourced from India

Large Ceramic Maize God Summer_Hats The etching in the centreThis fine replica of a seated God is typical of the thousands of statues that have been found in Central America dating from 1, 500 BC up to the Spanish Conquest in the 16th century. The cultures varied greatly over time and were centred in differing parts of Central America ranging from the Olmecs, Toltecs, Zapotecs through to the more famous Mayan and Aztec civilisations. However, many of the gods were universal to all the civilisations. The Spanish