Lily Sandoval Panduro (Peruvian, b. 1976)...

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Lot number	156
Estimate	900.00 - 1,300.00 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

Horned Amazonian Spirit Figure Master Shipibo-Konibo Ceramic Sculpture. This exceptional Horned Amazonian Spirit Figure is a completely original hand-crafted ceramic sculpture by renowned Shipibo-Konibo master artisan Lily Sandoval Panduro. Modeled and painted entirely by hand, the work presents a seated anthropomorphic being distinguished by curved horns, an expressive face, open hands, and an imposing ceremonial presence. The figure is richly covered with intricate kene designs extending across the face, torso, arms, garments, legs, and supporting seat. These labyrinth-like geometric compositions are executed in cream, terracotta, black, and deep brown, creating a striking contrast while visually unifying the entire sculpture. Especially remarkable is the intentional contrast between the figure's two sides. The legs, feet, hands, and garments alternate between light and dark tonalities, giving the sculpture a powerful sense of duality and transformation. The frontal pose, upward-facing palms, wide eyes, prominent horns, and carefully painted facial markings reinforce its mysterious and commanding character. Rather than identifying the figure as one particular mythological being without documentation from the artist, the work may be understood as an imaginative representation inspired by the spiritual imagery, ancestral narratives, and transformational worldview of the Shipibo-Konibo people. Its expressive modeling and extensive surface decoration make it an outstanding example of contemporary Indigenous Amazonian sculpture. Works by the artist have previously been presented through auctions organized by the Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI). ARTIST Lily Sandoval Panduro (Masisea, Ucayali, Peru, b. 1976) is a respected Shipibo-Konibo master ceramist from the Native Community of Nuevo San Rafael. A member of the distinguished Panduro lineage of ceramic artists, she preserves ancestral methods involving locally gathered clay, hand modeling, natural earth pigments, burnishing, and traditional firing techniques. Her work has been presented internationally through exhibitions, cultural programs, and specialized workshops. PROVENANCE Acquired directly from the artist in Peru for Gallery Arts & Auctions Co. AUTHENTICITY This sculpture is a completely original creation by Lily Sandoval Panduro and was acquired directly from the artist. A Certificate of Authenticity issued by the artist may be provided upon request, when available. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUE Hand-modeled and hand-painted ceramic with traditional Shipibo-Konibo kene decoration and earth-toned pigments. DIMENSIONS Height: 11 1/4 in. Width: 6 1/2 in. Depth: 4 1/2 in. COLLECTION NOTE Carefully selected directly from the artist in Peru by Gallery Arts & Auctions Co. as part of its ongoing effort to present exceptional examples of master Peruvian folk art and Indigenous Amazonian ceramics. The sculpture's

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