Damaged but Beautiful Old Mexican Folk Art Woman Candleholder sacred bull The wood on the knife

The wood on the knife handle shows some age

I might use it daily as a serving bowl for cooked grains or steamed veggies-- and then also

--but this may be my favorite yet

which I believe

Damaged but Beautiful Old Mexican Folk Art Woman Candleholder sacred bull The wood on the knifeOne broken arm and one broken elbow, but such a beauty, who for me has all of the presence of an ancient artifact! I believe in fact Mexican, and maybe 1930 40s? The combo of faded hot pink and slightly acid yellow is just perfect, and then her great simply painted face. I also love that the candle holder is behind her, such that a lit candle would just cast her in a glow. Great. 4 1 2" t x 1 7 8" w x 2 1 2" d. There is old glue holding her broken