La Catrina

La Catrina

Acrylic on canvas

The day of the death, celebrated in Mexico, is a very festive day that take place on the second of november. It celebrates the return of our loved ones from eternity to earth. We great them at their graves and offer them food, drink, and anything that they enjoyed while living. Mexicans await their loved ones at the graves in a festive manner.

The piece, here displayed, represents the well-know Catrina. She has dressed up and is ready come from eternity and visit her loved ones. She is not sad to come from eternal rest. She is jubilant. She is wearing a large hat adorned with many kinds of flowers and tow large feathers. She is dressed up to celebrate. She is also wearing her most fashionable smile. Waiting had been waiting an eternity for this day to come.