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Zoila Davila

Zoila Davila

"The most interesting thing about this art is that each new model is a challenge. Creating the design you have in mind is sometimes harder than it seemed."

"I lived at home with my parents until I finished school, then I took courses in making flowers for bridal veils, among... other subjects. As time went by, my interest in handicrafts grew and I took all the courses I could until I discovered ceramics. I didn't find it difficult and fell in love with this medium.

"I began to earn my living from what I enjoy most — ceramics. We had a difficult moment when Peru changed its currency. This affected me a lot because, by then, I had three children to support and needed to be both mother and father to them.

"However, I tried to overcome all these difficulties in order to achieve my goals, such as buying a piece of land and finding more clients.

"I've been a ceramist since 1986 and use my imagination to create designs that are different and original. At first, I had to work at it, just like when you begin anything new. But after about a year, I was able to.

"Most of my learning has been by trial and error. After many years, I began teaching ceramics classes in schools and also to older people. At the moment, I work with red clay and the most interesting thing about this art is that each new model is a challenge. Creating the design you have in mind is sometimes harder than it seemed.

"I've always worked with my children. My oldest daughter designs our new models, my son looks for new clients and my youngest daughter helps me paint and glaze our ceramics. So in the end, we all have something to do in the workshop — craft pieces, fire them and glaze them. We do all this to make sure to bring you the quality you expect."

Zoila Davila was recognized as a woman entrepreneur by APEC-PERU in 2012. In 2014, she received the Exporters of Peru award for her outstanding trajectory. And she was recognized by the Embassy of Peru in Colombia for representing the Artisans of Peru in 2016.
23 items

Ceramic statuette, 'Holiday Llama in Green' - Christmas Motif Llama Sculpture

Holiday Llama in Green, Christmas Motif Llama Sculpture

$55.09 ON SALE $57.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Messengers' (set of 6) - 6 Handcrafted Christmas Dove Ceramic Messenger Ornaments

Christmas Messengers, 6 Handcrafted Christmas Dove Ceramic Messenger Ornaments

$21.59 ON SALE $23.99

Ceramic nativity scene, 'Andean Holy Family' (set of 3) - 3-Pc Ceramic Nativity Scene with Woven Details from Peru

Andean Holy Family, 3-Pc Ceramic Nativity Scene with Woven Details from Peru

$35.99 ON SALE $39.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Flight to Egypt' (pair) - Handmade Two-Piece Set of Ceramic Mary and Joseph Figurines

Flight to Egypt, Handmade Two-Piece Set of Ceramic Mary and Joseph Figurines

$27.59 ON SALE $29.99

Ceramic nativity scene, 'Eggcellent Christmas' (7 pieces) - Handmade Nativity Scene from Peru (7 Pieces)

Eggcellent Christmas, Handmade Nativity Scene from Peru (7 Pieces)

$43.19 ON SALE $47.99

Ceramic nativity scene, 'In the Stable' (6 pieces) - Whimsical Egg-Shape Nativity Scene Figurines (6 Pieces)

In the Stable, Whimsical Egg-Shape Nativity Scene Figurines (6 Pieces)

$34.19 ON SALE $37.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Little Angel Choir' (set of 3) - Set of 3 Petite Ceramic Christmas Angel Figurines

Little Angel Choir, Set of 3 Petite Ceramic Christmas Angel Figurines

$34.19 ON SALE $37.99

Ceramic statuette, 'Holiday Llama in Red' - Hand Painted Holiday Llama Sculpture

Holiday Llama in Red, Hand Painted Holiday Llama Sculpture

$52.19 ON SALE $57.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Little Snowman Family' (set of 3) - Ceramic Winter Holiday Snowman Figurines (Set of 3)

Little Snowman Family, Ceramic Winter Holiday Snowman Figurines (Set of 3)

$44.15 ON SALE $47.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Cats' (set of 3) - Hand Painted Cat Ornaments (Set of 3)

Christmas Cats, Hand Painted Cat Ornaments (Set of 3)

$23.39 ON SALE $25.99

Ceramic nativity scene, 'Peruvian Nativity' (set of 5) - Artisan Crafted Colorful Ceramic Nativity Scene (5 Pieces)

Peruvian Nativity, Artisan Crafted Colorful Ceramic Nativity Scene (5 Pieces)

$31.49 ON SALE $34.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Vigilant Owls' (set of 6) - Hand-Painted Ceramic Owl Ornaments from Peru (Set of 6)

Vigilant Owls, Hand-Painted Ceramic Owl Ornaments from Peru (Set of 6)

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Ceramic nativity scene, 'Pilgrimage Family' (5 pieces) - Peruvian Handmade Ceramic Nativity Set with 5 Pieces

Pilgrimage Family, Peruvian Handmade Ceramic Nativity Set with 5 Pieces

$40.49 ON SALE $44.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Sweet Angels' (set of 4) - Set of Four Handcrafted Ceramic Angel Ornaments from Peru

Sweet Angels, Set of Four Handcrafted Ceramic Angel Ornaments from Peru

$21.59 ON SALE $23.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Little Angel Musicians' (set of 3) - Petite Ceramic Angel Figurines in Blue Robes (Set of 3)

Little Angel Musicians, Petite Ceramic Angel Figurines in Blue Robes (Set of 3)

$26.99 ON SALE $29.99

Ceramic nativity set, 'Wise Andeans' (10 pieces) - Ceramic Nativity Scene Figures With Andean Theme (10 Pieces)

Wise Andeans, Ceramic Nativity Scene Figures With Andean Theme (10 Pieces)

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Colorful Kittens' (set of 3) - Hand-Painted Ceramic Cat Figurines from Peru (Set of 3)

Colorful Kittens, Hand-Painted Ceramic Cat Figurines from Peru (Set of 3)

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$23.39 ON SALE $25.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Ayacucho Flowered Stars' (Set of 6) - Ceramic Star Ornaments With Hand-Painted Flowers (Set of 6)

Ayacucho Flowered Stars, Ceramic Star Ornaments With Hand-Painted Flowers (Set of 6)

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Ceramic figurine, 'Andean Mother' - Handmade Petite Ceramic Peruvian Mother and Child Sculpture

Andean Mother, Handmade Petite Ceramic Peruvian Mother and Child Sculpture

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Ceramic ornaments, 'Enchanting Bells' (set of 6) - Set of Six Handcrafted Ceramic Bell Ornaments from Peru

Enchanting Bells, Set of Six Handcrafted Ceramic Bell Ornaments from Peru

$44.99 ON SALE $49.99

Ceramic figurines, 'Colorful Cats' (set of 3) - Hand Painted Ceramic Cat Figurines (Set of 3)

Colorful Cats, Hand Painted Ceramic Cat Figurines (Set of 3)

$34.19 ON SALE $37.99

Ceramic statuette, 'Guardian Kitten' (assorted) - Vibrant Floral Ceramic Cat Statuette from Peru

Guardian Kitten, Vibrant Floral Ceramic Cat Statuette from Peru

$11.69 ON SALE $12.99

Ceramic wall accent, 'Cat Parade' - Hand-Painted Cat-Themed Wall Accent from Peru

Cat Parade, Hand-Painted Cat-Themed Wall Accent from Peru

$26.99 ON SALE $29.99

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