Day of the Dead Wedding Couple
- Day of the Dead Wedding Couple
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- Day of the Dead Collectible
Day of the Dead Wedding Couple
Day of the Dead (Dia de Muertos in Spanish) is a holiday celebrated both in Mexico and elsewhere by those of Mexican ancestry, especially in the United States of America. The occasion is a dedication to those family members who have departed this life and is set aside as a day to remember them and to pray for them.
El Dia de Los Muertos
“Based on ancient Aztec mingled with Christian beliefs, this celebration of the memory of deceased ancestors is celebrated beginning at dusk on October 31st through November 1 (All Saints Day) and November 2 (All Souls’ Day).”[Zanzibartrading]
Celebration
Day of the Dead is not a sad occasion but one of joyous remembrance and a celebration dedicated to those who have passed. Along with other customs, there are foods, toys, figures, decorations and many other items that are created to celebrate this occasion. Through their bright colors and joyous designs, these pieces are designed to specifically reflect the celebratory theme of El Dia de Los Muertos and are created with respect.
José Guadalupe Posada
“The Mexican illustrator, José Guadalupe Posada created a famous print of a figure he called La Calavera Catrina (“The Elegant Skull”) as a parody of a Mexican upper-class female” [Wikipedia]
This striking image of a beautiful lady with a skeleton face in an elegant, colourful costume has become a well known part of the Day of the Dead celebrations.
Day of the Dead Wedding Couple.
This delightfully colourful Skeleton Day of the Dead Wedding Couple would make a great piece for any collector. Standing at 5 inches tall, the figurine is constructed from resin and has been fashioned with remarkable craftsmanship.
With the groom in full white morning suit and the bride in elegant black gown and veil, a vibrant red contrast is picked out in the brides hair colour, the wedding bouquet, the groom’s hat band, cravat and trim on his suit. A delightful touch is the skull on the top of the groom’s walking cane!
Day of the Dead Wedding Couple Verdict
This stylish and elegant Day of the Dead Wedding Couple Figurine would make an eye catching piece wherever it is placed, whether it is part of your Dia del Muertos celebrations, Halloween, placed on a cake as a topper or just used to grace a sideboard or table.