Tater Camilo Vera Vizcarra (Peruvian, b. 1964)...

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Lot number	1
Estimate	5,000.00 - 7,000.00 USD
Auction	International Fine Art & Original Peruvian Ceramics
Date	August 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM MDT
Auction house	Gallery Arts & Auctions Co.
Location	New Mexico, New Mexico

Monumental Narrative Glazed Floor Vase Master Hand-Built Ceramic from Cusco, Peru. This extraordinary monumental floor vase by renowned Peruvian master ceramic artist Tater Vera represents one of the finest achievements in contemporary Andean ceramic art. Entirely hand-built, sculpted, glazed, and meticulously painted by the artist, this impressive work transcends traditional decorative ceramics to become a museum-quality masterpiece. Monumental in both scale and artistic ambition, every inch of its surface has been transformed into a richly illustrated narrative celebrating the history, traditions, and cultural identity of the Peruvian Andes. The vase is completely enveloped in exquisitely detailed figurative scenes depicting elegant colonial characters, musicians, pastoral landscapes, lush vegetation, ornamental architecture, fountains, and idyllic gardens. Rather than serving merely as decoration, these finely painted images unfold like chapters of a visual story, inviting the viewer to slowly explore the composition from every angle. The harmonious integration of narrative scenes with floral ornamentation and architectural borders reflects the remarkable imagination and artistic refinement that have become hallmarks of Tater Vera's work. Executed in luminous shades of emerald green, warm ivory, ochre, terracotta, deep brown, and subtle cobalt accents beneath a brilliant transparent glaze, the surface radiates exceptional depth and elegance. Every figure, flower, tree, leaf, and ornamental motif has been individually painted by hand with astonishing precision. The monumental flared neck, gracefully sculpted handles, and perfectly balanced proportions further elevate the vase into an architectural work of art capable of commanding the most distinguished interior or museum setting. Entirely handcrafted without molds, every decorative element has been individually modeled, painted, glazed, and kiln-fired using traditional ceramic techniques perfected through decades of artistic experience. Like all original works by Tater Vera, this vase is a completely unique artistic creation. No second example duplicates its narrative composition, decorative program, or intricate painted details, making it an exceptional one-of-a-kind work destined for the most discerning collectors. This monumental vase stands among his most ambitious creations, combining extraordinary craftsmanship, historical storytelling, and exceptional decorative sophistication. Works by the artist have previously been presented through auctions organized by the Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI). ARTIST Tater Vera is a distinguished contemporary ceramic artist from Cusco, Peru, internationally admired for his exceptional glazed sculptures and monumental ceramic works inspired by the artistic traditions of the Andes. His creations are celebrated for their extraordinary narrative decoration, meticulous hand-painted imagery, refined sculptural forms, and remark

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