Product Description
Talavera Tile Mural La Catrina bursts with festival color and artisan brushwork: an elegant Catrina with a lavish hat, vivid bouquet, and playful posture. It depicts the iconic figure of La Catrina, one of Mexico’s most recognizable cultural symbols, representing the Day of the Dead celebration. The design portrays a skeletal woman dressed in elegant attire with a wide-brimmed hat adorned with vivid flowers and feathers. Her joyful expression captures the essence of Mexican folk tradition—embracing death as part of life with humor, beauty, and color. The mural is both decorative and symbolic, blending artistry with deep cultural meaning.Hand-painted Talavera depth brings joyful character to kitchens, entries, restaurants, and patios. Order today for handcrafted color and cultural presence.
Mural Scene Details
Pattern Colors
- Hat & Flowers: Red, magenta, vivid green blooms
- Dress & Accents: Bright reds, bold blues, purples
- Background: Soft white and sky blue gradient
- Details: Mesh brim, feather hues, bouquet tones
- Contrast: Warm–cool balance for lively depth
Design
Upper-body portrait centers La Catrina’s brimmed hat and bouquet. A tilted stance, open smile, and layered shading animate fabric folds and skeletal contours across aligned 4x4-inch tiles.
Influences
Rooted in Central Mexican craft from Puebla and Dolores Hidalgo. La Catrina—popularized after Posada and Rivera—becomes celebratory, merging folk symbols with refined Talavera glazing.
Tile Specifications
- Height: 24 inches
- Width: 16 inches
- Tile Size: 4x4 inches each
- Finish: Gloss glaze with subtle relief
- Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic
- Design: La Catrina with hat, bouquet, umbrella
- Origin: Made in Mexico
FAQ – La Catrina Mural
A: A lively Catrina portrait with lavish hat, bouquet, and playful, festival colors.
A: Yes, install in covered areas with rated mortar, sealed grout, and stable substrate.
A: Artisans hand-paint mineral glazes on ceramic, then high-fire for durable color.
A: Minor shade shifts and brush marks are normal signatures of handmade Talavera.
A: See our shipping and returns page for timelines, eligibility, and instructions.
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Invite celebratory Mexican artistry into your space with this La Catrina mural. Commission yours today for enduring color, cultural storytelling, and handcrafted detail.
Mexican Tile Resources
- Mexican tiles collection
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- Talavera tiles decor ideas
- Mexican tile backsplash ideas
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Disclaimer: This tile is handmade and hand-painted. Variations in brushwork, glaze, dimensions and tone are natural and enhance authenticity. Lifestyle photos are for inspiration only and may not show the exact design. All product images © 2025 Rustica House, unauthorized use is prohibited.
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