Ortega’s Barro Betus Tree of Life Candelabra – Hand-Painted Mexican Folk Art View Watchlist >
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Lot # F265
System ID # 22755490
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Ortega’s Barro Betus Tree of Life Candelabra – Hand-Painted Mexican Folk Art
This exquisite Tree of Life candelabra is a vibrant example of Mexican folk artistry, handcrafted and signed by the Ortega family of Santa Cruz de las Huertas, Tonalá, Jalisco. Measuring 14.5" x 14" x 4", it showcases the traditional "barro betus" technique—a distinctive style involving a pine resin bath that imparts a glossy finish to the ceramic .
The piece features a cobalt blue trunk adorned with intricately painted birds, flowers, red berries, green leaves, and ladybugs, all rendered in vivid hues. At the top sits a candle cup designed to accommodate a 0.75" diameter tapered candle, blending functionality with artistic expression.
The Ortega family has been renowned for their whimsical and colorful ceramic creations for generations, contributing significantly to the preservation and evolution of Mexican folk art traditions .
Condition:
In excellent, like-new condition with no visible damage. The colors remain vibrant, and all decorative elements are intact, reflecting the piece's careful craftsmanship and preservation.
Dimensions:
14.5" (Height) x 14" (Width) x 4" (Depth)
Fits a 0.75" diameter tapered candle
Please Note: Soup for Scale in Photo
