Catrina Tehuana - traditional figure from Mexico with Talavera motif

Figurine Catrina Tehuana
La Catrina style. Height 58 cm, width 20 cm. The Tehuana figurine refers to the traditional costumes of Zapotec women from the Tehuantepec ethnic group. Tehuana women's costumes are characterized by applications in the form of colorful flowers, were richly decorated with pleats and lace. The figurine refers to Mexican roots. The artist decorated the beautiful dress of the figure with rose flowers and a wide white frill. In the hand of the figure there is a ceramic vessel with packages, gifts suggesting the festive character of the figure. The figure's head is adorned with a beautiful white hat with a wide brim. The base of the figurine is decorated with a symmetrical pattern referring to the ornaments found in Aztec culture.

The figurine was made using the traditional Talavera method brought to Mexico by the Spanish in the early 16th century. Production of such pottery is characterized by double firing and hand-made application of patterns and colors. Mexican figurines are very impressive decorative element, which can give the room a specific atmosphere.

Mexican Catrines
The symbolism of Mexican Catrinas can be seen especially on the feast of the dead. Mexicans are not afraid of death. They believe that it is a phase of their life and it concerns every person regardless of their status and possessions. Catrina symbolizes transience, indicates the fragility of the corporeal shell and its transformation. The Mexican festival of the dead is a joyous day that is full of festive and entertaining events.