This radiant Catrina isn’t mass-produced, she’s soulfully made in Guadalajara, where Día de los Muertos is not just a date on the calendar, but a way of life. Dressed in a striking three-tiered gown, each layer symbolizes the sacred journey of existence: the underworld, the living world, and the spirit realm. Her flowing skirt is hand-painted with intricate patterns and crowned with vibrant cempasúchil flowers, believed to guide spirits home with their golden glow.
While some toy makers may echo the holiday’s beauty, this Catrina lives it. Crafted by skilled Mexican artisans using traditional techniques, she’s a timeless celebration of life, death, and the love that binds them.
Product Details:
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Origin: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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Material: Papier-mâché (hand-layered with natural paste)
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Design: Three-tiered gown with marigold crown and altar symbolism
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Size: Approximately 13" tall
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Feature(s): Hand-painted floral accents; individually styled gowns and expressive faces
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Note: Each Catrina is handmade. No two are alike. Slight variations make each one a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Hecho en México. Each one a tribute. Each one a treasure.
Did you know?
La Catrina has become an icon of the Mexican Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead. It was originally created by the Mexican printmaker, cartoon illustrator and lithographer José Guadalupe Posada around 1910-1913. 