Saul Montesinos: Frida Flowers Candleholder Ceramic Vase

Saul Montesinos: Frida Flowers Candleholder Ceramic VaseThis radiant Frida inspired candelabra by Sal Montesinos captures the artists signature blend of whimsy, tradition, and color. Handcrafted in Puebla, the piece transforms the iconic Frida Kahlo into a joyful calavera figureher smile wide, her dress ablaze with intricate hand painted patterns, and her earrings and necklaces bursting with life and color. Adorned with large flowers, geometric motifs, and brilliant glazes, this ceramic sculpture

and a small owl that symbolizes intuition and nocturnal wisdom

The warbler itself represents freedom

artist and wife of Noe Quezada

La Union pieces are usually simpler

Isabel Fabian created an extraordinary bat alebrije in full flight

and the photograph to call them by name

has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries

In Oaxaca today

each one folded by Antonio from colored tissue

from the delicate carving to the final brushstroke

Inspired by the sacred macaws in Paquime culture

and lightning