Mid 20th Century Day of Dead Candelabra Handmade by Alfonso Castillo

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Stunning day of the dead candelabra signed by Mexican folk art master Alfonso Castillo Orta (1944 – January 2009). The … more Stunning day of the dead candelabra signed by Mexican folk art master Alfonso Castillo Orta (1944 – January 2009). The talented potter was from the ceramics town of Izúcar de Matamoros, Puebla, and his work made the ceramics of this area internationally known. He was particularly known for his trees of life sculptures and received various awards for his work, including the Premio Nacional de Ciencias y Artes in 1996. He taught the craft to his wife and five children who continue to create pieces in his style in the family workshop. less