Product code: Small Old Carved Wooden Maximon or San Simon Mask from Guatemala outlet
outlet Here is an old, small, fantastic carved wood San Simon or Maximon mask from Guatemala.
San Simon or Maximon is a popular folk saint revered in Guatemala by the Mayans. He is an amalgamation of Saint Peter and Pre-Hispanic diety. He is invoked in trying times and for good times. Libations, cigarettes, cigars, and money are usually offered to his effigies and statues for good luck and blessings.
San Simon or Maximon measures 3” tall, 2.25” wide, and 1.25” deep.