{"product_id":"gitana-paper-mache-skull-by-ricardo-pustanio","title":"Gitana Paper Mache Skull by Ricardo Pustanio","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"194\"\u003eGitana \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"292\"\u003ePaper Mache\u003c\/strong\u003e Skull by Ricardo Pustanio – From the Original First Series (1 of 100)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"588\" data-start=\"276\"\u003eThis breathtaking \u003cstrong data-end=\"326\" data-start=\"294\"\u003epapier-mâché skull sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e, crowned with beaded jewelry and seated atop an ornate cobalt and silver pedestal, embodies the enduring spirit of \u003cstrong data-end=\"455\" data-start=\"442\"\u003eLa Gitana\u003c\/strong\u003e—the Gypsy spiritual guide revered across spiritual traditions for her mysticism, sensuality, protection, and deep ancestral knowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"961\" data-start=\"590\"\u003eCrafted by world-renowned artist \u003cstrong data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"623\"\u003eRicardo Pustanio\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Gitana skull is \u003cstrong data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"666\"\u003eone of the original 100 skulls ever made\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of the inaugural series that debuted in 2021. Originally created by request of \u003cstrong data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"796\"\u003eSallie Ann Glassman\u003c\/strong\u003e for the altar windows at the \u003cstrong data-end=\"879\" data-start=\"849\"\u003eNew Orleans Healing Center\u003c\/strong\u003e, these skulls mark the \u003cstrong data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"903\"\u003ebirth of a now-global artistic and spiritual movement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1170\" data-start=\"963\"\u003eThis piece channels the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"987\"\u003eGitana spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e—a guiding force in Espiritismo and other Afro-Caribbean traditions, known for her love of dance, divination, fire, beauty, and justice. 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Each detail honors La Gitana’s path as both \u003cstrong data-end=\"1522\" data-start=\"1500\"\u003eseer and protector\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1545\" data-start=\"1524\"\u003elover and fighter\u003c\/strong\u003e, dancing through both shadow and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1587\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1619\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003e🎭 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1619\" data-start=\"1599\"\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2105\" data-start=\"1621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1641\" data-start=\"1621\"\u003eRicardo Pustanio\u003c\/strong\u003e is internationally acclaimed for his sacred skulls, Vodou installations, and ritual art. From \u003cstrong data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1736\"\u003e1999 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e, he helmed the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1789\" data-start=\"1768\"\u003eKrewe of Mid-City\u003c\/strong\u003e in New Orleans, creating mythic Mardi Gras floats before turning his vision toward sacred sculpture. He is also the visionary behind the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1927\"\u003eInternational Shrine of Marie Laveau\u003c\/strong\u003e. His skulls have been requested by the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003eInternational Museum of Arts and Civilisations of Vodun in Benin\u003c\/strong\u003e, affirming his global legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003e✨ Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"2129\"\u003eOne of the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2156\" data-start=\"2140\"\u003eoriginal 100\u003c\/strong\u003e skulls made in 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eRepresents \u003cstrong data-end=\"2223\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003eLa Gitana \/ The Gypsy Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2228\"\u003eHand-sculpted papier-mâché skull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2324\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003eSet atop enameled cobalt blue and filigree metal pedestal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 16\" x 6\" x 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2367\" data-start=\"2327\"\u003eCrowned with beaded jewelry and charms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2370\"\u003eIdeal for altars, mediumship, or spiritual display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"274\" data-start=\"187\"\u003e🔮\u003cem\u003eOwn a living altar piece of magic, movement, and deep feminine knowing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The House of Ashé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51771262173468,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/7651\/2796\/files\/PanSkull_3.png?v=1754234007","url":"https:\/\/botanicahouseashe.com\/products\/gitana-paper-mache-skull-by-ricardo-pustanio","provider":"The House of Ashé","version":"1.0","type":"link"}