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Mexican Man

Decorative, Mexico

9 inches, painted wood

Q: Mexican or Central American? Thought maybe it was a Moor or Spaniard. About 9 x 7in.  Darin, 9-17-11, 209
A: It is a Mexican Moor, but not the kind that gets used in a village dance. This one was made for the tourist trade. Darkened varnish was put on the face and then rubbed out, and the rear is stained to make it look old. I'd like it more if it wasn't antiqued. Lots of character.
 
 

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