Tiburcio Soteno (20th Century), Tree of Life

Tiburcio Soteno (Mexican, 20th Century) Tree of Life Modeled and painted clay 37 inches (94.0 cm) high on a 11 inches (27.9 cm) high marble base Signed and inscribed on reverse: Metepec / edo de mex / [..] / Soteno / Tiburcio Soteno The Soteno family of Metepec is one of the main families of ceramic artisans specializing in sculptures called Trees of Life which have made their town one of Mexico's main ceramic centers.

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Condition Report: Sculpture with base measures 48 x 30 x 18 inches.