Hand-painted clay skulls

These hand-painted clay skulls are a handcrafted work by Miguel Asencio, a renowned artisan from Xalitla, Guerrero, a community famous for its tradition in Mexican folk art.

Each piece is unique and unrepeatable, decorated with delicate black and white strokes representing flowers, symbols, and traditional patterns linked to the Day of the Dead, one of Mexico's most important celebrations.

Features:

• Material: Natural clay, hand-painted.

• Design: Unique stories, floral and decorative motifs in black and white.

• Measurements:

  • Large: 8 cm high × 10 cm wide × 12 cm deep.

  • Small: 4.5 cm high × 4.5 cm wide × 5 cm deep approx.

• Artisan: Miguel Asencio.

• Origin: Xalitla, Guerrero, Mexico.

• Unique pieces: No two skulls are exactly alike.

Cultural value:
The skull is a symbol of the Day of the Dead, a tradition declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. These pieces evoke the union between memory, art, and the celebration of life, becoming an authentic decoration with great symbolic meaning.

Ideal for:

• Day of the Dead and altar decoration.

• Collectors of Mexican folk art.

• Authentic gifts with history and cultural value.

• Spaces seeking a unique and artisanal touch.