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Mexican Folk Art Carved & Polychrome Painted Wood Diablo Mask, Circa 1950

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Mexican folk art carved and Polychrome painted wood diablo mask Probably Guerrero, Mexico, Circa 1950. Measures: Approx., 15" in. (38cm.) H x 7" in.(18cm.) W x 6" in.(15cm.) D Carved and polychrome wood with natural goat horns & glass eyes. Devil masks are used in various dances and representations called Pastorelas, during Christmas. and tell how a shepherd on his way to visit baby Jesus is tempted by the devil.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1417232401602
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