Arboles de la Vida (tree of life) candelabrum altarpiece, "Manos Mexicanas," signed Israel Soteno A (Israel Soteno Ambrocio, Metepec, Mexico, 20th c.), earthenware clay, densely adorned with figures from Mexican culture, including Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Aztec calendar, loss and restoration throughout, glue repairs to dancer's skirt, repairs and small breaks to figures and accents, approx 29"h, 19.5"w, 6.75"d, 35lbs **Please note: Mexican folk art pottery pieces are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have repairs, small breaks, chips, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.** Start Price: $150.00

Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact utilize the ‘ask a question’ tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.