Vintage Mexican Folk Art Lion Candleholder Japanese lacquerware Signed Don Helms at lower

Signed Don Helms at lower right

feathering out

in a wonderfully elemental way

From the stoic expression on her face to way she clasps her arms behind her back

Vintage Mexican Folk Art Lion Candleholder Japanese lacquerware Signed Don Helms at lowerI found this Mexican folk art lion candleholder along with a donkey, listed separately, with which it makes a terrific pair. I just can't resist these when I come across them as I find them 100% cheer inducing, and like to imagine a festive table lit by a whole menagerie. They also make me think of friendship, with the little wire legged birds on either side riding along for company. 4 3 16" t x 4 1 4" l x 2 3 8" w. The candleholder is sized for a