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Tree of Life Sculpture

MOA: University of British Columbia

3218/1

'Tree of Life' sculpture made from clay in the shape of a densely branched tree with a thick trunk. Branches are painted blue and pink, with a dense covering of clay flowers and leaves attached to thin wires that are sunk into the tree. Amongst the foliage are placed a myriad of decorations, including toys, flags, a doll, mermaid, ponchos and scarves, baskets and vessels, a chair, butterflies and animals, a skeleton, and musical instruments, as well as a scene involving jumping men at centre top. A small plaque in pink and white with the logo of the Museum of Anthropology sits near the bottom.

  • Type of Item sculpture
  • Culture Mexican
  • Material clay, paint, metal
  • Measurements height 56.5 cm, width 55.0 cm, depth 15.0 cm (overall)
  • Creator Javier Ramirez
  • Previous Owner Consulate General of Mexico
  • Received from Consulate General of Mexico
  • Made in Metepec
  • Creation Date during 2016
  • Ownership Date before December 15, 2016
  • Acquisition Date on December 15, 2016
  • Item Classes ceramics
  • Condition excellent
  • Current Location Case 110
  • Accession Number 3218/0001

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