Rustic Clay Sugar Skull Set

This pair of clay sugar skulls is hand made in Tonala, Jalisco, Mexico, in deep rustic shades and patterns rather than the bright pastels most sugar skulls wear. Each skull is decorated with hand-cut openwork and floral detailing, so the design shows in both the painted surface and the clay itself. Set them together on a mantel, an ofrenda, or a bookshelf and the cutouts throw soft shadows on the wall behind them.

What You'll Love

• Traditional Mexican folk art, hand made in Tonala, Jalisco
• Dark, rustic colors and patterns that suit year-round decor, not just Day of the Dead
• Hand-cut openwork and floral detail worked right into the clay
• Two skulls that display beautifully as a pair
• A striking ofrenda centerpiece and a memorable Day of the Dead gift

What you see is what you get: the exact pair of skulls in the photographs is the pair you will receive. These are sold only as a set of two and are not available individually.

Measurements (approximate, each skull)

• Height: 5 inches
• Width: 4.5 inches
• Length (depth): 6 inches

Care Instructions

• Dust with a soft dry brush, which reaches into the cutouts better than a cloth
• Spot clean with a barely damp cloth and dry right away; never soak or submerge
• Avoid abrasive pads and harsh cleaners, which wear down the finish
• Lift by the body of the skull rather than the cut-out edges, which are the most fragile part
• Display indoors or in a covered, dry spot; rustic clay absorbs moisture and can crack in freezing weather

Each skull is hand made and hand decorated, so the two differ from one another and small variations are normal and part of the folk-art character.