Majolica Style Ceramic Wall Cross with Doll Motif, "Faithful Doll"
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This charming wall cross from the Contreras Family is made of ceramic and painted by hand in the time-honored majolica style. The cross features a dainty folk art Maria doll in colorful costume against a background of emerald green.
The charming doll originated in Mexico City when many Otomi and Mazahua people migrated to the capital in the 1970s. Due to their unique traditional clothing, the women became known as "Marias." An educational program was established for them and artist Diego Rivera's daughter, Guadalupe Rivera Marin, encouraged crafting these popular rag dolls as a way to generate income in the 1980s. Artisan women took the idea home to their Mazahua and Otomi towns and the dolls became popular throughout Mexico and abroad.
- 0.38 kgs
- 0.8 lbs
- 29 cm H x 22 cm W x 1 cm D
- 11.5" H x 8.75" W x 0.4" D
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Cyndi
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04/10/2022
"Very colorful"
I bought this for my sister to add to her doll collection and she loved it. It s very colorful, green being her favorite color. Nice size and weight for hanging on the wall.
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Jessica
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02/19/2024
"Beautiful vase!"
This was given as a gift and the recipient loved it! Beautiful colors and design!
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C Storey
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01/30/2024
"Beautiful Sunflower"
This is beautifully made.!
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Anita
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01/13/2024
"Beautiful Bowl"
Gave this to my best friend for Christmas. She loves it. Its so pretty. I was worried when she unwrapped it, it was going to be chipped, or worse broken. The way Novica had it wrapped there was no chance of that happening. Im so pleased with this purchase.
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Sheila
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10/19/2023
"So Impressive"
First I bought one for myself. Then I was so pleased I gifted my daughter with another one just like it. Very nice quality with beautiful colors and finish. Real artistry to make this lovely covered dish that can hold much more than tortillas.
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Noriko
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09/08/2023
"gift for my daughter"
My daughter love it!
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