{"product_id":"carved-wood-feline-dance-mask-mexico","title":"Máscara con Felino en la Nariz \/ Feline-Nosed Mask, 1960's","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-carved 1960s dance mask with a feline on the nose, from the Balsas River basin of Guerrero, Mexico. The masks that incorporate an animal sprouting or devouring the face represent the pre-Hispanic concept of Nahualism; the presence of the feline right above the nose symbolizes that the dancer acquires the strength, the sense of smell, and the spirit of the jaguar during traditional dances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece is sourced from Bazar de Lalo, our flagship partner in Cuernavaca, Mexico. For decades Cuernavaca has attracted artists, intellectuals, and collectors from around the world, creating a pocket of rich culture and artistry. Bazar de Lalo, the 10 year old creation of artist Lalo Lugo, taps into this depth: an immersive space where antiques, folk art, and rare crafts converge into a breathtaking catalogue. Their sourcing and experience ensure that every piece we list is authentic, and that your piece comes from the heart of Mexico, with a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra: \u003c\/strong\u003e1960s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eCuenca del Río Balsas, Guerrero, México\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan: \u003c\/strong\u003eMaestro Artesano Victoriano Salgado\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eHand-Carved, Hand-Painted Lightweight Wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (in): \u003c\/strong\u003e9.5 x 7.5 x 5.25\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips from: \u003c\/strong\u003eCuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercado Mexicano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47631424979134,"sku":"1-MAS-0006","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2524\/0510\/files\/mercado-mexicano-puma-nose-03.jpg?v=1781485651","url":"https:\/\/mercadomexicano.art\/products\/carved-wood-feline-dance-mask-mexico","provider":"Mercado Mexicano","version":"1.0","type":"link"}