Perfect gift for Dias de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Collector! There is a metal loop on it's body should you wish to hang this piece on the wall hotsell or it can also be a free standing figure. Since the legs are all adjustable the actual size of this piece can vary. But as it is, it measures 4.5 inches tall by 8 inches wide and 6 inches tall.This piece is by Jose Juan Garica Aguilar, the very talented younger son of Josefina Aguilar. In recent years Jose Juan has established himself as one of the premier sculptors in the world of Mexican folk art as is evident by the detail and color tonalities in his work.These whimsical folk-art pieces are fine examples of a time-honored traditional handicraft called muñecas. The Aguilar family are world renowned clay figurine folk artists from the village of Ocotlán, Oaxaca, Mexico. These artists capture the joyful celebration of everyday life and cultural traditions of pueblo life in Mexico. The pieces are crafted from locally collected clays then fired in a pit kiln before being meticulously painted. It is a wonderful piece of Mexican Folk Art and tribute to Mexico's traditions!
This piece is signed, under the body as shown in the photos!
Measurements of just the body of the sculpture: 3" length , 1.5 inches width and 2" height.
As this piece has adjustable metal legs, the size can vary, and 2 of the 8 legs are a bit loose, but fully intact.
Pre-owned.
Product code: Rare Mexican Folk Art Skull Spider Sculpture by Jose Juan hotsell Garcia Aguilar