Death and Folklore Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine _artisan--novica-artisan-13685 The artisan paints an underwater

The artisan paints an underwater scene of colorful fish swimming among coral on a black background

the light and airy dress features a screen printed leaf motif

A subtle horizontal border gives the illusion of a layered piece

The fuchsia petals are from actual dendrobium orchids

Inspired by the beauty of nature and the need for conservation

Death and Folklore Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine _artisan--novica-artisan-13685 The artisan paints an underwaterSkulls are a recurrent theme in Mexican handicrafts, reflecting the convivial and familiar attitudes of the Mexican people towards death. Artisans in San Martn Tilcajete in the state of Oaxaca apply their vast wood carving knowledge to various subjects, including skulls. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of San Martn present a hand carved copal wood skull figurine in a rich terracotta hue. The green, blue, and yellow circles containing geometric patterns on