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Majolica Style Ceramic Wall Cross with Doll Motif, "Faithful Doll"

Product ID: 379808

This charming wall cross from the Contreras Family is made of ceramic and painted by hand in the time-honored majolica style. The cross features a... more

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This charming wall cross from the Contreras Family is made of ceramic and painted by hand in the time-honored majolica style. The cross features a dainty folk art Maria doll in colorful costume against a background of emerald green.

The charming doll originated in Mexico City when many Otomi and Mazahua people migrated to the capital in the 1970s. Due to their unique traditional clothing, the women became known as "Marias." An educational program was established for them and artist Diego Rivera's daughter, Guadalupe Rivera Marin, encouraged crafting these popular rag dolls as a way to generate income in the 1980s. Artisan women took the idea home to their Mazahua and Otomi towns and the dolls became popular throughout Mexico and abroad.

  • 0.38 kgs
  • 0.8 lbs
  • 11.5" H x 8.75" W x 0.4" D
  • 11.5" H x 8.75" W x 0.4" D

  • Ceramic
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 379808
Contreras Family
Contreras Family

Mexico

Talavera-style ceramics

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Cyndi

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Apr 10, 2022

Very colorful”

I bought this for my sister to add to her doll collection and she loved it. It s very colorful, green being her favorite color. Nice size and weight for hanging on the wall.

Purchased Item Faithful Doll, Majolica Style Ceramic Wall Cross with Doll Motif

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Susan

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Jul 21, 2025

A perfect match”

So glad I found this napkin holder. It matches my tortilla holder perfectly.

Purchased Item Traditional Flowers, Majolica Ceramic Napkin Holder from Mexico

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Kaitlyn

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May 11, 2025

Absolutely beautiful heirloom piece”

Got this as a gift for my grandma and she loves it! Such vibrant color and attention to detail. Highly recommend!

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