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Vintage Native American Tonala Figurine, signed C. Nivera, Mexico

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Vintage Native American Tonala Figurine, signed C. Nivera, Mexico

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Native American Tonala Folk Art figurine, squirrel with 'Tonala flower' painted on his chest. Handmade pottery, hand painted and signed by L. Rivera, Mexico, 1970's.

The figurine is c.4" [9.7cm]tall to the top of the tail; 4.1/2" [c.11cm] wide from the nose to the tail; no chips, no hairlines, very good condition.

One thing that distinguishes Tonala made ware is the decorative details. Two elements, the nahual and the "flor de Tonala" are common. A nahual is a pre-Hispanic shape shifter or shaman, often drawn as a smiling cat. The flor de Tonala (Tonala flower) first appeared in pottery design in the early 20th century.

Rates vary per zone/ country, we will adjust shipping costs with with the invoice.

US: Priority (c.2-4 days) ----------- $20.50
Canada: Priority (c.2-6 weeks) ------ $52.50
World: Priority (c.2-8 weeks) ------- $79.50

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Vintage Native American Tonala Figurine, signed C. Nivera, Mexico

Name: Vintage Native American Tonala Figurine, signed C. Nivera, Mexico
SKU: 156970069
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

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