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coyote

The Coyote in the Zapotec Worldview and the Alebrijes

Discover the meaning of the coyote in the Zapotec worldview, its ancestral symbolism, its connection to mezcal, and its magic in the alebrijes of Oaxaca. The Coyote in the Zapotec Worldview: Symbolism, Mezcal, and Alebrijes Introduction In the Zapotec worldview,…

Muñecas Dönxu

Dönxu Dolls: Meaning, Origin, and Cultural Heritage

Discover the Dönxu dolls, a priceless cultural treasure, and learn about their fascinating origins, the characteristics of their clothing, and the different styles available in our store. Dönxu Dolls: Meaning, Origin, and Cultural Heritage Dönxu dolls. These two words encompass…

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Diablos de Barro de Ocumicho: Mexican Folk Art

Ocumicho is a small town located in the municipality of Charapan, in the heart of Michoacán, Mexico. This Purepecha community has gained worldwide recognition for one of the most unique and colorful handicraft expressions in Mexico: the clay devils, figurines…

Francisco Toledo

Francisco Toledo’s kites: Flight of Art and Tradition

Francisco Toledo’s kites represent a unique fusion between contemporary art and Mexican folk tradition. More than objects to play with, they are aerial canvases that narrate the mythology of Juchitán and the imaginary of one of Mexico’s most important visual…

barro rojo

Red mud: the flavor of our land

At DeCorazón México, we believe that cooking is an act of love, a connection to our roots and a celebration of our traditions. And what better way to honor this heritage than cooking with red clay, an ancestral material that…