Figure Item Number: 3191/7 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Model of a mariachi band member. Tiny figure is of a man playing metallic gold cymbals, instruments held in front of his chest. He wears a wide brimmed hat, undecorated, a white shirt, and a light brown suit with a red belt. Figure is precisely painted. His feet are planted on a small square base.

Narrative

Collected in Mexico by the donor's grandmother, Harriet MacDonald (nee McCurdy), in the 1930s.