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Red Crying Devil
$950

Red Crying Devil
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  • Red Crying Devil
  • Red Crying Devil
  • Red Crying Devil

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. This piece has nice red and black painted hair and skin. Notice the curious black painted tears that constantly fall in the devil’s cheeks; this is a very strange feature unseen in any other mask. Large moustaches, sideburns, and beard that combined with carved teeth complete the piece’s extraordinary expression. Patina on the backside denotes use. Please notice that the price includes FREE USPS Shipping. 

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Age: Approximately carved in the 1950’s.
Ethnic Group: K’iché
Origin: Samayac, Suchitepéquez
Materials: Wood
Use: Devil Dance
Technique: hand carved at a Morería
Size: Approximately 7” x 9” x 3.5” (ears and horns included)
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