Lot # 196 - Mexican Nativity Figures, Ornaments signed Jimon, Bird candleholders

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 16-Jun-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 23-Jun-2026 10:15:00 PM
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Description :

This curated collection features a variety of Mexican folk art, including nativity figurines, hand-painted ornaments, and avian-themed candleholders. Several pieces in this lot bear the signatures of noted Mexican artisans.

  • Artisan Highlights:

    • Jimon (Jimon Mexico): Based in Tonalá, Jalisco, the Jimon family is renowned for their traditional pottery techniques. Their work typically features hand-painted floral and bird motifs in earth tones, often using the bruñido (burnished) technique which creates a distinct, smooth, polished finish without a glaze.

    • A. Hdez (Hernandez): A common signature associated with skilled ceramicists in regions like Tonalá or Metepec, often representing family workshops dedicated to preserving traditional Mexican decorative styles, including nativity scenes and religious iconography.

    • Luis Blanco: An artisan known for intricate hand-painted designs that often incorporate fine detail work, frequently seen on ornaments and decorative ceramic forms.

Specifications:

  • Small Items: Approximately 2 inches long x 1 inch high

  • Large Items: Approximately 5.75 inches high x 4 inches wide x 1.5 inches deep

  • Includes: Assorted nativity figures, signed ornaments, and bird candleholders as pictured.



Dimensions : 4 in W x 5.75 in H x 1.5 in D

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