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Sat, Apr 11, 2026 02:00PM EDT
Lot 230

Mexican Tree of Death

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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Vintage hand-made and painted Mexican ceramic tree of death, circa late 20th century 

height 39 in. x width 25 in. x depth 10 in. 

Provenance: The Estate collection of late teacher and humanitarian Douglas Rhodenbaugh, from his historic downtown Austin, Texas home. Mr. Rhodenbaugh spent decades traveling throughout Latin America assuming his vast collection of folk and fine arts, often buying pieces directly from the artisans he met on his travels.

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