Product Description
A beautifully hand-painted folk art plate from Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán, Mexico, signed by artisan Angelica Morales Gamez and dated 1999.
This charming piece features a young boy playing with a traditional spinning top (trompo), a classic motif in Mexican folk culture. The figure is rendered in a bold, expressive line style against a textured background, framed by a patterned border that enhances its visual impact.
Handcrafted and painted using traditional techniques, the plate reflects the rich storytelling tradition of Tzintzuntzan pottery—where everyday life and cultural heritage are captured through simple yet powerful imagery.
Unlike many unsigned examples, this piece bears the artist’s signature along the rim, adding to its collectibility and authenticity.
Details:
- Origin: Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán, Mexico
- Artist: Angelica Morales Gamez (signed)
- Date: 1999
- Material: Hand-painted ceramic
- Diameter: 8.5 inches
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition
- Wear: Minor surface variations consistent with handmade production
A wonderful addition for collectors of Mexican folk art, signed ceramics, or narrative pottery.