Vintage Anthropomorphic Ceramic Folk Art Clapper Bells

This pair of figurative ceramic bells depicts a man and a woman in traditional Latin American or Southwestern attire. The male figure is characterized by a wide-brimmed sombrero and a tan poncho over a blue lower garment, while the female figure features a rounded headpiece or bundle and a similar tan-to-blue color gradient. Each bell stands approximately 4 to 5 inches tall and is crafted from a porous, matte-finished ceramic material, likely terracotta or earthenware. The facial features are hand-painted with simplistic black and red pigments, exhibiting a charming, naive folk art style. The construction is hollow with an internal clapper mechanism to function as a ringing bell. Notable features include a small twine loop at the top of each figure for hanging or manual ringing. In terms of condition, the surfaces show minor scuffing, surface dirt, and color fading consistent with age and handling. There is a visible matte patina that suggests they were manufactured in the mid-to-late 20th century as souvenir or decorative items. No prominent maker's marks or signatures are visible in the current view, but the craftsmanship suggests mass-produced yet hand-decorated artisanal cottage industry work common in regional Mexico.