Peruvian Wall Pocket Vase Toro Muerto Petroglyph Design Arequipa Folk Art

Handmade Peruvian wall pocket vase from Arequipa, decorated with designs inspired by the ancient Toro Muerto petroglyphs. Made of unglazed terracotta clay with a chalky, textured finish, it mimics the volcanic rock carvings of southern Peru. The flat back includes a hole for hanging, and the narrow top opening leads into a deeper interior cavity, making it suitable for displaying a sprig of dried flowers, grasses, or greenery. The piece is inscribed "Toro Muerto Arequipa" on the front in hand-applied marker, a typical detail on Peruvian folk art souvenirs. Measures about 6.5 inches tall, 4.5 inches wide, and bulges at the middle. The opening is about 2 inches long and is less than an inch wide. A distinctive piece of Peruvian folk art that is both decorative and functional.