Mexican folk art candelabra

9" height x 8.5 width

handmade Mexican tree-of-life (arbol de la vida) pottery candelabra. depicts a fox at the base and birds at the top. there are metal loops intact that likely held other decorative pieces, though these are no longer present on this sculpture. signs of wear consistent with age, including darkening at the back where this may have been exposed to heat/fire. overall excellent vintage condition. holds 3 x 0.5" tapers (not included). sourced in New Mexico.

arbol de la vida are a type of Mexican folk art pottery hand crafted in Central Mexico. though originally intended to depict religious scenes, these sculptures have evolved over time to include many different themes including animals, flowers, and nature.