The San Andres Xecul Angel that soars in the parlor of my nineteenth century row house in Baltimore reminds me to be kind to strangers and the homeless man who crosses your path for you may be entertaining angels unawares.
I was very pleased with this item - the colors were more vibrant in person, which I was happy about. The paint is flat, with no glazed finish, which I wasn't expecting, but the owl is beautiful regardless and the colors are extraordinary.
"My designs touch the tradition of Mexico, its mysticism, and its beautiful animals."
“I am a ceramic artist, and I am interested in capturing the Talavera technique in my high-fired pieces, transmitting a painting into a simple piece... read more
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