Large Mexican Devil Carved Wood Mask/ Statue Hanging

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LARGE OLD CARVED WOOD MEXICAN DEVIL MASK/ STATUE/ HANGING AWESOME PIECE!!! Grasping a red fin Marlin and an angel standing upon a Day of the Dead Skull. Great Color scheme and attention to detail. Painted wood devil from Chilipancingo, Guerrero. The devil was introduced to Mexico and its inhabitants when the Spanish Monks arrivied in Mexico in the1500's. The Indians at the time believed in a duality--good and evil--in all things, so the concept of an all evil entity was very hard to convey. Mistakingly believing that the Indian gods with animal characteristics were evil, the Monks put horns on the animals and assumed that they were conveying the idea of evil. Consequently, the devil in Mexican mythology is a prankster or clown more than a figure of evil. Often a masked devil will go around during a fiesta telling jokes and grabbing women or children saying "The devil made me do it." This is regarded as great fun. Brings the spirit of Mexico into your home. It is 100% authentic and was handmade by skilled Mexican artists for good luck and safekeeping! This is not imitation or junk, I sell only fine quality pieces and these come specifically from my personal collection. If you have questions, please feel free to ask, but don't wait to the last minute:) PAINTED WITH ENAMEL It measures : Devil: 34" H x 23 '' W ALL SALES ARE FINAL! read more

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