Taíno Ceramics

Taíno ceramics refer to the pottery created by the Taíno people, indigenous to the Caribbean Islands before European contact. Their ceramics were hand-shaped, often using techniques like coiling, and decorated with intricate patterns and symbols that held cultural significance. These vessels served practical purposes such as storing food and water, as well as ceremonial roles. Taíno ceramics reveal insights into their daily life, art, beliefs, and social structure. Despite the impact of colonization, their pottery remains an important aspect of their cultural heritage and provides valuable archaeological evidence of their craftsmanship and traditions.