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Snake and Lizard Devil
$400

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This piece has exuberant carvings; a gorgeous large green snake over his chin and a green lizard on the forehead decorate the Devil’s face. Many of the Guatemalan Devil Masks have animal figures as beautifications. On December 7th people celebrate the famous “Quema del Diablo” – Burning of the Devil, a purification ritual before Christmas Celebrations. Dancers dressed with red and black costumes will dance around the bonfires. The character is not necessarily evil; some pieces will be decorated with diverse symbols to represent different kind of personalities, good or evil. Yellow painted nose and a blue beard give a dramatic contrast to the piece.Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping.

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Age: Approximately carved in the 1980’s.
Ethnic Group: Kekchí
Origin: Cobán, Alta Verapaz
Materials: Wood
Use: Devil Dance
Technique: hand carved at a Morería
Size: Approximately 9.5” x 6.5” x 4.5”
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