Clay figurines were significant in ritual practices and as offerings in religious contexts. Used to honor deities in ancient ceremonies. [Mesoamerican] They often embody a mix of human and spiritual figures.

Figurines were utilized in tombs and temples to accompany the deceased and represent deities. Integral to burial practices and religious rites. [Egyptian] Functioned as protective symbols for the deceased.

Clay figurines, such as Haniwa, were used in ancient burial practices and reflect spirituality. Served to mark graves of the deceased. [Japanese] Symbolizes the connection between the living and the spirit of the dead.

Clay figurines often represent ancestral figures or everyday life, serving as storytelling mediums. Used in cultural celebrations and rites of passage. They convey complex narratives about the community.