Papier-Mâché Calaca Skeleton with a Heart Handmade in Aguascalientes, Mexico

Celebrating Mexican Cartonería through traditional and contemporary beauty, this skeleton calaca is an extraordinary paper mache sculpture. Made with layers of paper and paste, hand-painted details of beautiful and elaborate flowers are seen throughout its body, adding an elegance to the piece. Its hand-molded details embody artisanal touches, giving a unique presentation of the special and iconic Calacas for Día de Muertos. A precious big red heart at the center of its chest evokes an aliveness and beaming life to this skeleton. More whimsical details in the skeleton are seen as pink roses adorn the crowning of its heart, adding more depth and play, making this calaca perfect for your ofrenda, or adding a touch of Mexican folklore to any space.

Handcrafted in Aguascalientes, Mexico

Papier-Mâché skeleton sculpture

Hand-molded details

Hand-painted

Perfect for your ofrenda, or any Dia de Muertos celebrations

Wonderful display for any space

A gift for collectors of authentic Mexican artesania

Approximate Measurements: 14’’ Height x  5’ Length x 3’’ Width

At Lolo - Mercadito we are committed to acknowledging the nature of each product. With each purchase, you are getting a unique and authentic piece that was handmade with love by artisans from Mexico. These are artisanal products. For this reason, there might be some flaws and variations in measurements, color, and design.