{"product_id":"figurine-oiseau-ceramique-folk-art-mexicain-vintage-peint-main-annees-80-deco","title":"Vintage 80s Mexican folk art ceramic bird figurine hand-painted decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis figurine depicts a stylized bird, crafted from hand-painted ceramic. The object has a rounded, compact shape, with a slightly raised head and a short beak. The speckled beige surface is adorned with decorative motifs painted in blue and dark green, evoking stylized feathers. The wings, eye contours, and tail are outlined with dark lines, providing a subtle contrast to the overall design. The large, expressive eye, encircled in blue, gives the piece a naive character typical of Mexican folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte finish reveals small surface irregularities, characteristic of artisanal productions from the 1980s. The floral and geometric patterns visible on the upper part of the bird are applied with great freedom of gesture, testifying to authentic handwork. No signature or mark is visible on the photographed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is photographed in natural light, which highlights the nuances of the ceramic as well as the discreet brilliance of the paint. No chips or cracks appear on the visible side, although slight superficial wear marks are noted, consistent with the age and decorative use of the object. The base of the figurine is not visible in the photo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylized silhouette, choice of colors, and floral patterns are typical of Mexican folk art craftsmanship from the 80s, a period during which this type of piece was frequently made for interior decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Some minor signs of wear visible on the surface, with no major apparent damage on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \nMexican folk art, flourished particularly in the 1970s-80s, with artisanal production intended for both the local market and export. Hand-painted ceramics, often adorned with animal and floral motifs, are a cornerstone of this craft, with each piece being unique due to its manual manufacturing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging ensured by a professional seller specializing in decorative and artisanal objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Mexican ceramic bird, folk art figurine, vintage decorative sculpture, hand-painted animal, 80s decoration, bird ceramic Mexico, Mexican craftsmanship, ceramic animal, folk decorative object, vintage bird statuette, handmade painted figurine, ethnic ceramic decor\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54232880841031,"sku":"74143d61-e402-461e-b5b0-ba472bc11501","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_a32b9194-e8c5-4a0d-97cc-7ba09347e7b8.jpg?v=1782428183","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/figurine-oiseau-ceramique-folk-art-mexicain-vintage-peint-main-annees-80-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}