Jesús Aguilar Alcántara “Virgen de Guadalupe” Oaxacan Folk Art Clay View Watchlist >
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Jesús Aguilar Alcántara “Virgen de Guadalupe” Oaxacan Folk Art Clay
Radiant with color and spirit, this hand-painted clay sculpture by Jesús Aguilar Alcántara beautifully embodies the devotion and artistry of Ocotlán de Morelos, Oaxaca. Depicting the Virgen de Guadalupe, Mexico’s most cherished saint, the figure stands crowned in gold and surrounded by celestial symbols — golden stars, the glowing sun, and a serene crescent moon. Rendered in vivid hues of green, pink, and gold, the piece captures the luminous essence of Oaxacan folk faith.
A member of the famed Aguilar family—descendants of matriarch Isaura Alcántara Díaz—Jesús carries forward a lineage that transformed humble clay into stories of joy, reverence, and identity. Signed on the reverse “Jesús Aguilar Alcántara, Ocotlán, Oaxaca.” A striking and heartfelt work by one of Mexico’s great folk art dynasties.
Dimensions:
Overall: 7" H × 4½" W × 3" D
Weight: 13 oz
Campbell’s soup can shown for scale
Condition:
Excellent condition with no damage or restoration noted. The colors remain vibrant, the surface smooth, and the artistry wonderfully preserved.
