Celebrating Day of the Dead

I live close to the border with Mexico and have learned a lot about the culture since moving here decades ago. I always liked Halloween, but since becoming aware of the Day of the Dead I immediately took to it. I spend that day each year thinking about the people of significance in my life who are gone, and how one day I too will make that journey. I think the celebration is handled much, much differently in Mexico, but I am happy to have found this small momento to remind me of this important occasion every day. The craftsmanship is very well done. This is the second box I have purchased from this artist and I plan to add another soon. The compartments are not lined, but this can be added easily. Check dimensions so you are not disappointed with sizing. Also, note that the brightness of the colors can vary due to photography settings and computer monitor resolution.

Well constructed, delicately decorated, multi purpose.

This little box is exquisite. The artwork is phenomenal.

Beautifully made box. I wanted a small box that I could place miscellaneous small items in at my desk and this works perfectly. The lid and drawer open and close easily, but the best part is every time I look at it I smile. What's better than seeing a skeleton drinking a bottle of tequila. This is another artist that I plan on following.

So happy to receive this lovely box!

It is awesome. I bought it for a young girl who loves Day of The Dead items. She loves it.

This arrived and it was beautiful, just like the description and the quality is better than I hoped for. Love the design and appreciated the note included by the Artist. A beautiful piece to add to my Day of the Dead collection!

Very well made and striking. Was a gift for a friend - she loved it.

Another "home run" for Ana Maria Gonzales in my book. This small box could be placed almost anywhere and used as a keep-safe for many things, but especially to corral stray jewelry bits and pieces. The interior is plain, stained pinewood, but a bit of cushioning felt could easily be added if desired. I adore the graphic: colorful, bright, happy, and amusing. As with all her boxes (I have five at present and three more on order) the execution is perfect. And I do mean flawless. This is a quality object. The lid fits exact and square, and is securely attached with two perfect brass hinges. The little drawer has a shiny, brass pull, well-secured. The edges of both the lid and the pedestal bottom are double-beveled, and finished in a burnished, antiqued gold. I love this little box--bought it for a gift, but couldn't give it away after it was in my hands.