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Handcrafted Scrap Metal Catrina Statuette, "Rustic Catrina I"

Name: Handcrafted Scrap Metal Catrina Statuette, 'Rustic Catrina I'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 393540
Price: 238.72 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (654 reviews)

Product ID: 393540

by Armando Ramirez (654)

Parading grandly with her picture hat, purse and parasol, Catrina steals the show. Armando Ramirez creates the iconic figurine from recycled auto... more

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Parading grandly with her picture hat, purse and parasol, Catrina steals the show. Armando Ramirez creates the iconic figurine from recycled auto parts and scrap metal.

The original "La Calavera Catrina" was a zinc etching created by the artist José Guadalupe Posada in Mexico around 1910. Posada created the character, a female skeleton with an elegant hat, as a satirical portrait of Mexican natives who aspired to European style and denied their own heritage. The catrina has since become an emblem of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration and a popular folk art subject.

1.50 kgs
3.3 lbs

22.5" H x 11.75" W x 9.75" D
22.5" H x 11.75" W x 9.75" D

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Recycled auto parts, scrap metal
Each work is unique. Recycled parts will vary from piece to piece based on availability.
Promotes recycling and reduces waste
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 393540

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Armando Ramirez

Mexico

Recycled metal sculptures

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Allen

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Dec 23, 2024

“great detail”

well worth the money

Purchased Item Tailor, Recycled Auto Part Statuette of A Tailor Handmade in Mexico

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Julia

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Dec 15, 2024

“Great gift for a sailor!”

The sailor liked it very much and said it would remind him to go out sailing more often!

Purchased Item Metallic Voyage, Eco-Friedly Nautical Upcycled Metal Sculpture from Mexico

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Dawn

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Dec 12, 2024

“So unique and great detail and craftsmanship”

I first purchased a piece of Armondos metal recycled art here in the US at Christmas village, it is a holiday outdoor village market, that they have for about a month only during the holidays. It is a village of different cultures/nationalities, from all over the world. I bought an upcycled Motorcycle piece. Unfortunately all I have is a photo of the box, with the picture of the item on it. As I gave it to someone as a gift. It was just so unique, the perfect gift for whom I was purchasing it for. Fast forward I returned to the Christmas village yearly looking for his stuff again, but to my sadness he was not there. About two years ago, I found his art work here on Novica and purchased another piece(Truck Cab) for a gift. Again the gift was a hit, the person loved it, and its uniqueness, that no 2 are really the same, because they are hand crafted. I am a big Fan of Armondos upcycled art.

Purchased Item Rustic Long Haul Truck Cab, Original Trucker Statuette of Recycled Car Parts from Mexico

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You can find our recycled auto parts sculpture 'Rustic Catrina I' by Armando Ramirez in sculpture categories such as Cultural Sculpture, Recycled Metal Sculpture, Folk Art Sculpture, Eco-Friendly Sculpture and Day of the Dead Sculpture. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.

NOVICA Recognized Master

Armando has received 1st place from the regional contest of the Jaliscience Institute of Crafts for his sculptures.

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Confronting Adversity

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Microcredit Financing

Armando Ramirez has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $3500 and the most recent for $4000. Proceeds were used to buy materials and also a machine for soldering his metal art.

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Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Enabling Education

Armando's income helps pay for the education of his two daughters.

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Meet the Artist

Armando Ramirez Recycled metal sculptures

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"As a child I enjoyed inventing toys, and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods."

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