These Star Wars figurines are designed to look like Huaco, a type of pottery associated with the Incas and other pre-Columbian cultures in South America, specifically in Peru. This pottery was ceremonial in nature and was often made in the shapes of people or animals. Nano Navarrete now presents a series of this kind of pottery called 'Original Huaco' with a variety of Star Wars designs.
Some of the designs comes in both, colored and black and white version that makes the Huacos more realistic.
They’re about six inches tall and have handles on the back. The handles are typical of this kind of pottery, because Huacos are used as a vessel for holding liquid. In the case of these Star Wars figurines, they don’t really serve a purpose aside from being decorative and collector's items ahead of the release of The Force Awakens.
Sci-Fi Pottery Sculptures
These Star Wars Figurines Resemble Pre-Columbian Pottery
Trend Themes
1. Pre-columbian Pottery Revival - This trend involves the reimagining and modernization of traditional pre-Columbian pottery, creating a unique and culturally inspired art form.
2. Sci-fi Collectibles - The demand for unique and creative Star Wars figurines, like the Huaco-inspired pottery sculptures, presents opportunities for the collectibles industry to create innovative and appealing products.
3. Cultural Mashup - The fusion of traditional pre-Columbian pottery with popular sci-fi themes opens up possibilities for cross-cultural collaborations and the exploration of new artistic expressions.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can capitalize on the Pre-Columbian Pottery Revival trend by creating and promoting modern interpretations of traditional pottery with a touch of sci-fi influence.
2. Collectibles - The collectibles industry can tap into the Sci-Fi Collectibles trend by designing and producing unique and limited-edition Star Wars figurines that appeal to fans and collectors alike.
3. Cultural Tourism - The Cultural Mashup trend presents opportunities for the tourism industry to promote cultural exchange and attract visitors interested in exploring the intersection of traditional and modern artistic expressions.