RecordMiniature skeleton bride and groom in box, from Mexican Day of the Dead festival< 1 of 1 > Back
Miniature skeleton bride and groom in box, from Mexican Day of the Dead festivalThis box is one of a huge range of items made for the Mexican Day of the Dead festival (31 October - 2 November). Families use these to decorate altars (ofrendas) dedicated to dead relations. Skeleton imagery is used to remind people that we will all die This small wooden box, painted blue on its sides and top and pink on its inner 'floor', is lined with golden glitter and contains a ceramic skeleton bride and groom. The Mexican Day of the Dead festival combines the Christian feasts of All Souls' Day (31 October) and All Saints' Day (Todos Santos, Hallowmas, 1 November) with pre-Christian beliefs, in celebrating the return of the dead with feasts and offerings. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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