VTG 1996 Juan Horta Castillo Signed Mexican Folk Art Wood Devil Diablo Mini Mask For Sale

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Authentic Vintage 1996 Juan Horta Castillo Signed Miniature Wooden Mexican Folk Art Devil / Diablo Mask

Up for sale is an exceptional, authentic piece of Mexican folk art history: a hand-carved miniature wooden devil (diablo) mask by the world-renowned master artisan Juan Horta Castillo (1940–2006).

This stunning piece is hand-signed and dated "1996 Juan Horta" on the reverse side in ink, dating it to a highly collectible and active period of the master's career.

ITEM SPECIFICS:

• Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
• Brand / Artisan: Juan Horta Castillo
• Culture: Mexican
• Handmade: Yes
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Mexico
• Time Period Manufactured: 1990-1999
• Type: Miniature Mask / Wood Carving
• Subject: Devil / Diablo
• Year: 1996
• Dimensions: 4" x 4" x 2"
• Weight: 37.6 grams

ITEM DETAILS & CHARACTERISTICS:

• Artisan: Juan Horta Castillo (Tócuaro, Michoacán, Mexico)
• Year of Creation: 1996
• Material: Hand-carved solid wood (traditional lightweight wood used in Michoacán folk art)
• Finish: Beautifully left unpainted/raw wood, showcasing the spectacular, clean chisel work, deep facial expressions, fangs, and flowing beard contours.
• Dimensions: Approximately 4 inches tall x 4 inches wide x 2 inches deep (4" x 4" x 2")
• Weight: Very lightweight at 37.6 grams (ideal for wall hanging, shelving, or shadow boxes)

CONDITION:

• Excellent vintage condition with absolutely zero structural damage, cracks, chips, or modifications. It retains a beautiful, uniform natural wood tone. The signature and date on the back are crisp, legible, and unblemished.
• Please review the high-resolution listing photos to verify the outstanding condition and signature authenticity for yourself.

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

• Juan Horta Castillo is celebrated globally as one of Mexico's premier traditional mask makers, revered for his contributions to the traditional dances and festivals of Michoacán. A multi-time award winner in Mexico's National Mask Maker Competitions, his works are heavily sought after by international collectors, galleries, and museums.

SHIPPING & HANDLING:

• Will be securely packed & quickly shipped with full insurance & tracking at no additional cost to buyer.

NOTE:

• Please ask all questions and/or request all additional photos PRIOR TO PURCHASE, as all sales are final.
• Please review all listing photographs closely to assess the fine master craftsmanship & incredible attention to detail.
• All photos are part of the description.

This miniature decorative scale mask perfectly captures his signature demonic expressions in a compact, highly displayable format.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL

NO RETURNS

NO REFUNDS

Thank You!!