Monarca Migración | Hand Sculpted Catrina
Monarca Migración | Hand Sculpted Catrina
Monarca Migración | Hand Sculpted Catrina

Monarca Migración | Hand Sculpted Catrina

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Description

This original work of art is covered in over 2 dozen little ceramic monarch butterflies. Each one is hand painted with great detail. The name of this ceramic catrina sculpture "Monarca Migración" literal translation "The Monarch Migration" speaks to the annual massive migration of Monarch butterflies to the state of Michoacan Central Mexico. The artist M. Perez lives in the state of Michoacan and uses the untamed natural beauty that this territory offers as a constant inspiration for the Catrina figures that he sculpts and paints by hand.

The Monarca Migración is hand sculpted from raw clay, after sculpting and shaping the catrina it is then kiln fired for several hours in a traditional large red brick oven. After the kiln fire is completed the vibrant colors and detailed patterns are painted by hand covering the catrina on all sides.

This authentic Catrina sculpture is part of our Catrina Elegante Collection an exquisite group of fine ceramic sculptures that are inspired by Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) each figure is an original work of art, handmade by artisans located in Michoacán Mexico, designed and imported by San Miguel Trading.

What's Included.

-This Catrina is 1 solid piece. This sculpture is extremely fragile and requires very delicate handling.

-1 Large case tubular case, that carries and protects the Monarca Migración Catrina from harm during transportation.

-A certificate of authentication confirming that this it is an original work of art.

Components

The Monarca Catrina is made up of two pieces.

  • The head and body is one solid terracotta figure.
  • COA(certificate of authenticity) signed by the artist Marcos Perez confirming that it is an original work of art.

Dimensions

Dimensions | Weight | Specifications

  • 26"tall x 6"wide x 5"depth | 66cm x 15cm x 13cm
  • Weight: 5Lbs | 2.25Kg
  • *Measurements account for the entire sculpture.

How It's Made

The Monarca Migración Catrina is hand sculpted from raw earthenware. After several hours of sculpting and shaping the catrina the raw clay figures. Each figure is then placed in a large traditional red brick oven/kiln that is heated naturally by wood. Individual Catrina figures are fired and cured for several hours. Once properly cured and dried the individual sculptures and their components(accents) are hand painted with a mixture of life-like colors that compliment the raw emotion / look / style or to detail and or extent, depending on the commissioned work. Marcos Perez is the lead sculptor and painting artist for each original Catrina figure. He leads a small group of creative apprentices from his family and greater artisan community of Patzcuaro, Michoacán Mexico. Sr. Perez is a celebrated, accomplished, and award winning artist.

All of the sculptures within our Catrina Elegante collection are original works of art, each is created to represent several different facets of life, beliefs, professions and culture both present and past.

Artisan Story

Marcos Perez lives in the state of Michoacan and uses the untamed natural beauty that this territory offers as a constant inspiration for the Catrina figures that he sculpts and paints by hand. This authentic Catrina sculpture is part of our Catrina Elegante Collection an exquisite group of fine ceramic sculptures that are inspired by Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) each figure is an original work of art, handmade by artisans located in Michoacán Mexico. 

Señor Perez leads a small group of creative apprentices from his family and greater artisan community of Patzcuaro, Michoacán Mexico. Sr. Perez is a celebrated, accomplished, and award winning artist. His studio grants apprenticing opportunities that provide artists in his community an opportunity to practice their work.

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Care & Handling
Hand-Crafted (FPO)