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Skulls appear in all styles of clothing, accessories, and jewelry, they hold a prominent place in printed graphics and modern tattoos. But what is really behind the representations of skulls, wings, and skeletons that are an integral part of fashion? Believe it or not, wearing bones and jewelry with metal skulls dates back to ancient history, and the symbolism behind these representations has not changed much in a thousand years. Men's bead bracelet in lava stone and skull by Santa Muerte Paris Ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and the Aztecs used the skull as a symbol of the cycle of...

The traditional Day of the Dead celebration, November 2 in Mexico, is full of symbols and decorations, such as statues of dressed skulls, skull-like loaves and candies, and the popular "altar of the dead" fear in some that it is a cult of the "Santa Muerte". Is there a link between the two?     The celebration of Mexico's Day of the Dead and the cult of Santa Muerte share deep cultural roots, but they represent distinct expressions of Mexican spirituality. The Day of the Dead, celebrated from October 31 to November 2, is a centuries-old tradition in which families...

The Day of the DeadDay of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is an ancient Mexican celebration that honors the deceased. This festival, full of symbolism and rituals, takes place every year from October 31st to November 2nd. Here are the 10 essential things to know about this unique tradition in Mexico. A Ancient and Colorful Celebration The Day of the DeadDay of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos, emerges as an ancient and colorful celebration that has its roots in pre-Columbian civilizations, mainly among the Aztecs. This tradition, bearing witness to a rich history, merges...

"Calaveras" are artistic representations of skulls, often associated with Mexican culture and celebrations such as Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). These skull images play a significant role in representing death and the memory of the deceased in Mexico. In this article, we will explore in detail Calaveras, their history, cultural significance, and popular use. History of Calaveras: Pre-Hispanic Origins: Artistic representations of death have pre-Hispanic roots in Mexico. The Aztecs and other indigenous peoples used skulls and skeletons in their religious rituals to symbolize life after death. José Guadalupe Posada: Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada (1852-1913) is...