{"title":"Devil","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-italian-apothecary-urn-pulvis-cachecticus-satyr-devil-faces","title":"Vintage Italian Apothecary Urn \"Pulvis Cachecticus\" Satyr \/ Devil Faces","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1248\" data-section-id=\"tbtqo7\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1676\" data-start=\"1265\"\u003eLidded Majolica Pharmacy Jar with Devil Mask Handles \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"137\"\u003ePulvis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is Latin for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"161\"\u003epowder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"180\"\u003ecachecticus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e refers to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"203\"\u003ecachexia. \u003c\/strong\u003eThis majolica apothecary urn is inscribed \u003cstrong data-end=\"1407\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003ePulvis Cachecticus\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Latin name for a medicinal powder intended to treat cachexia, a condition of severe physical wasting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"1678\"\u003eThe hand-painted urn is finished in crackle glaze. The lid is topped with a sculptural rose. The turquoise satyr \/ devil handles are inspired by Renaissance Italian pharmacy ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2068\" data-start=\"2059\" data-section-id=\"1i7x1es\"\u003eDetails\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2609\" data-start=\"2070\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2089\" data-start=\"2070\" data-section-id=\"18yrqy7\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2083\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"2090\" data-section-id=\"1d1jozh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2101\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2127\" data-section-id=\"uaurv8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2142\" data-start=\"2129\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed majolica ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2230\" data-start=\"2167\" data-section-id=\"60j8kr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2184\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted\u003cstrong data-end=\"2249\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2363\" data-section-id=\"ayg68m\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2395\"\u003e11½ in. H × 7 in. W\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2609\" data-start=\"2419\" data-section-id=\"oxz1u9\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2435\" data-start=\"2421\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition with attractive overall craquelure typical of majolica. No major chips or cracks observed in the photographs. Please review all images carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46536618606789,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/F01EC3D1-82C5-41C4-92BA-C1765E7B53BD.jpg?v=1784062043"},{"product_id":"mid-century-hand-carved-mexican-devil-mask-w-real-goat-horns","title":"Mid-Century Mexican Diablo Mask w\/ Real Goat Horns","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"tbtqo7\" data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"119\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eLarge Hand Carved Ceremonial Folk Art Wall Sculpture\u003cbr\u003eAcross Mexico, elaborately carved \u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"302\"\u003ediablo masks\u003c\/strong\u003e appeared in religious dramas, Carnival celebrations, and folk dances where performers portrayed the eternal struggle between temptation and redemption. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis hand-carved wooden example follows that tradition with an especially imposing silhouette; genuine goat horns rise dramatically from the forehead above a deeply carved face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasks of this type are most commonly associated with the state of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eGuerrero\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where elaborately carved devil masks have long appeared in religious dramas, Carnival celebrations, and regional folk dances. \u003c\/span\u003eMuseums throughout the world preserve comparable horned devil masks from Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and neighboring regions, illustrating the remarkable regional diversity of this carving tradition. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fykqkn\" data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1951\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1128vm1\" data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Probably Guerrero, Mexico\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1jozh\" data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xaknke\" data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved wood with real goat horns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rf1ysc\" data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"118aeo8\" data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large natural goat horns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zz3z39\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10 in. H × 8.5 in. W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wntsrc\" data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with expected paint wear, surface scratches, age-related patina, and natural wear to the horns consistent with age and use. Please review all photographs carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46536862138565,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/4A99A160-004A-4618-863E-C1F0CFD9EEA0.png?v=1784068945"},{"product_id":"vintage-mexican-three-face-mask-w-devil-serpent-skull","title":"Vintage Mexican Three Face Mask w\/  Devil, Serpent, Skull","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11v4tgk\" data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"222\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eHand-Carved Wood Folk Art Wall Mask\u003cbr\u003eFrom the front, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eserpent\u003c\/strong\u003e is winding across the face, s\u003cspan\u003ehift your perspective, and\u003c\/span\u003e.a \u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"349\"\u003eDiablo\u003c\/strong\u003e stares back, continue around the sculpture to discover a \u003cstrong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"715\"\u003ehuman skull\u003c\/strong\u003e, all hidden within the same block of wood. Every step around the mask reveals another identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eIn Mexican folk tradition, the devil represents temptation and earthly mischief, the serpent carries centuries of symbolism tied to transformation and ancient Mesoamerican beliefs, and the skull serves as an enduring reminder of mortality. Together they create a mask that reflects life's constant cycle of struggle, change, and remembrance. Serpents and skulls became common additions to diablo masks in regions such as Guerrero, where local carvers combined biblical imagery with centuries-old traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1846\" data-start=\"1843\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1857\" data-start=\"1848\" data-section-id=\"1i7x1es\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2512\" data-start=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1859\" data-section-id=\"1128vm1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Probably Guerrero, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1935\" data-start=\"1899\" data-section-id=\"1d1jozh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1910\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early \/ Mid 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2004\" data-start=\"1936\" data-section-id=\"1stsea3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1951\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved wood with hand-painted finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"2005\" data-section-id=\"myccid\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2022\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diablo, Human Skull, and Serpent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2253\" data-start=\"2119\" data-section-id=\"36ggv1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2134\" data-start=\"2121\"\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003eHanging hole for wall display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2310\" data-start=\"2254\" data-section-id=\"14pk7oh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2271\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"2310\" data-start=\"2286\"\u003e10½ in. H × 10 in. W\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2512\" data-start=\"2311\" data-section-id=\"1negd1j\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2327\" data-start=\"2313\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with expected paint wear and minor losses consistent with age and use. Please review all photographs carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46537023291589,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/E4CF5E5F-BCC2-450B-98F5-D770A6CC5188.png?v=1784070099"},{"product_id":"vintage-mexican-wood-diablo-mask-w-real-horns","title":"Vintage Mexican Wood 'Diablo' Mask w\/ Real Horns","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"448\" data-start=\"432\" data-section-id=\"11v4tgk\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"450\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly–Mid 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Horned Mask \u003c\/span\u003ecarved from wood, hand-painted, and fitted with a pair of genuine animal horns. The face is painted with a black lizard-like creature. Horned devil and supernatural masks have long appeared in Mexican festival dances, Carnival celebrations, pastorelas, and other regional masquerade traditions. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"2147\" data-section-id=\"fykqkn\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3073\" data-start=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2211\" data-start=\"2159\" data-section-id=\"1s7t0ye\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2172\" data-start=\"2161\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico; possibly Guerrero or Michoacán\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2212\" data-section-id=\"1pcwhkg\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2223\" data-start=\"2214\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-20th century, (c.1930s–1960s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2372\" data-start=\"2277\" data-section-id=\"1pb35up\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2279\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved wood, polychrome paint, genuine animal horns, metal suspension wire\u003cstrong data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2375\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2761\" data-start=\"2651\" data-section-id=\"6chyot\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2668\" data-start=\"2653\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2683\"\u003e20–21 in. high overall\u003c\/strong\u003e; approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"2761\" data-start=\"2725\"\u003e18 in. from horn tip to horn tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3073\" data-start=\"2762\" data-section-id=\"1wyem92\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2778\" data-start=\"2764\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Age-related wear throughout, including paint loss, scratches, abrasions, etc. The horns and mask are sturdy. Please examine all photos carefully. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46560271139013,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/8C72AFF6-7999-4DD7-AA53-A43312F663E6.jpg?v=1784422732"},{"product_id":"antique-mexican-carnival-ceremonial-diablo-mask","title":"Antique Mexican Carnival Ceremonial Diablo Mask","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"3231\" data-start=\"3216\" data-section-id=\"tbtqo7\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3621\" data-start=\"3233\"\u003eLate 19th Century Hand-Carved Folk Mask\u003cbr\u003eThis hand-carved mask features a long hooked nose, painted moustache and beard, green eyes, and unusually constructed horns wrapped in tightly layered plant fiber \/ paper. During the Carnival celebrations of Mexico, masked performers transform into devils, spirits, conquistadors, animals, and comic characters. These masks blur the line between demon and performer, combining exaggerated European facial features with playful theatrical styling. It was created for seasonal processions, Carnival celebrations, and traditional dance performances across central and southern Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4533\" data-start=\"4530\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"4544\" data-start=\"4535\" data-section-id=\"1i7x1es\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5259\" data-start=\"4546\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4575\" data-start=\"4546\" data-section-id=\"1v03xd6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4559\" data-start=\"4548\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4652\" data-start=\"4576\" data-section-id=\"1m8c4wl\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4587\" data-start=\"4578\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th century (c. 1890–1920)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4751\" data-start=\"4653\" data-section-id=\"eswaju\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4668\" data-start=\"4655\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved wood with polychrome paint; wrapped fiber\/paper horns over an armature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5011\" data-start=\"4975\" data-section-id=\"193av48\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4992\" data-start=\"4977\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e From horns: appx. 8.5 inches tall, 10 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"5259\" data-start=\"5012\" data-section-id=\"1n9jhw4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5028\" data-start=\"5014\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honest antique condition with moderate wear consistent with age and handling. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46572591710405,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/B9CD2D17-FEBD-4D2D-A534-78BBF35A998E.png?v=1784616410"},{"product_id":"devil-1","title":"Large Mid-Century Folk Devil Stump","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1039\" data-start=\"1023\" data-section-id=\"11v4tgk\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1122\" data-start=\"1041\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture\u003cbr\u003eThis devil bust was carved from a large section of solid wood. The artist embraced the wood itself and left knots, growth rings, and shrinkage cracks visible. T\u003c\/span\u003eraditional village and folk carvers often gave the devil a grin, exaggerated horns, and theatrical features. In festivals and morality plays, these devilish characters became reminders of temptation. Across Europe and Latin America, generations of craftsmen carved devils that were equal parts folklore and folk art. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2452\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2464\" data-start=\"2454\" data-section-id=\"fykqkn\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3250\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2466\" data-section-id=\"r2q133\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2468\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely Europe or Latin America; exact origin unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2579\" data-start=\"2533\" data-section-id=\"o6skyl\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-20th century (circa 1940–1970)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2580\" data-section-id=\"19onl9o\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2595\" data-start=\"2582\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved solid wood with painted finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2980\" data-start=\"2766\" data-section-id=\"6l2sw2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2781\" data-start=\"2768\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved from a single substantial wood section with integral torso; visible hand-tool marks throughout; expressive folk-art carving; natural knots and shrinkage cracks incorporated into the sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3017\" data-start=\"2981\" data-section-id=\"9qzrjc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2998\" data-start=\"2983\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e appx 19.5 inches tall, appx 9.5 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3250\" data-start=\"3018\" data-section-id=\"7ospe5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3034\" data-start=\"3020\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with expected age-related wear. Surface wear, paint loss, natural drying cracks, knots, checking, and scattered abrasions consistent with age and hand-carved construction. Structurally stable. Please examine all photographs carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46585769722053,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/34E56657-89C2-42B9-90F6-F17E601D20FA.png?v=1784880095"},{"product_id":"devillll","title":"Antique Mexican Diablo Mask w\/ Animal Hide \u0026 Metal Teeth","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"2348\" data-section-id=\"11v4tgk\"\u003eArchive Notes\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2366\"\u003eEarly-20th Century Devil Ceremony Mask\u003cbr\u003eThis mask combines deeply carved hardwood with preserved animal skin, fur, and attached sheet-metal teeth. The metal teeth are\u003cspan\u003e seen on older Mexican festival masks to create a reflection that flashed during performances. \u003c\/span\u003eThe maker used natural animal skin and fur (likely goat) to create eyebrows, cheeks, and a beard. The worn black pigment, old hide, and oxidized metal testify to decades of handling and use. Masks like this would transform people into supernatural beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2821\" data-start=\"2440\"\u003eAcross central and southern Mexico, masked dances blended Indigenous traditions with Catholic folklore, filling plazas with devils, beasts, tricksters, and spirits. These performances relied on exaggerated faces that could be easily recognizable from a distance. Some makers pushed realism by incorporating actual animal materials into the masks themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3649\" data-start=\"3646\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3661\" data-start=\"3651\" data-section-id=\"fykqkn\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4383\" data-start=\"3663\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3692\" data-start=\"3663\" data-section-id=\"1v03xd6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3676\" data-start=\"3665\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3740\" data-start=\"3693\" data-section-id=\"16xz5vc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3704\" data-start=\"3695\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 20th century, (c.1900–1930)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3845\" data-start=\"3741\" data-section-id=\"7nareb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3756\" data-start=\"3743\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved hardwood, animal hide with hair, sheet metal (tin) teeth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4086\" data-start=\"3948\" data-section-id=\"1ahflxu\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"3963\" data-start=\"3950\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved horns, applied hide, individually attached metal teeth, deeply hollowed interior, original hand-carved construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4138\" data-start=\"4087\" data-section-id=\"k7b1yu\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4104\" data-start=\"4089\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10.5 in. H × 7 in. W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4383\" data-start=\"4139\" data-section-id=\"1wczsw4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4155\" data-start=\"4141\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good antique condition with expected wear and untouched patina consistent with age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4388\" data-start=\"4385\"\u003e","brand":"DEADSKULL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46585796264133,"sku":null,"price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/4849\/0949\/files\/F4DB5144-1377-4AC9-8177-B6E77C968E67.jpg?v=1784880695"},{"product_id":"red-devil-mask","title":"Vintage Mexican Folk Diablo Mask","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eARCHIVE NOTES\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large hand-painted wooden Mexican \u003cem\u003ediablo\u003c\/em\u003e mask. This was carved as a genuine hollow mask rather than a flat decorative plaque. Tool marks remain visible throughout the backside. Mexican devil masks occur in numerous regional dance traditions. In folk performances, diablo characters can be comic troublemakers as much as supernatural threats. They mock authority, chase people, disrupt processions and generally behave badly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-to-late 20th century, C. 1940s–70s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved wood with polychrome painted decoration\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apx: 16 inches High, 5.5 inches Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with age-related wear throughout. Minor scratches and paint loss are visible, particularly along projecting edges and horn tips.  Structurally complete overall, with both horns present. 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