Devil Costume Crown

About this object

History of use

Devil masks and costumes are performed during the Christmas pastorelas in Tocuaro, Mexico.

Physical description

Decorated cardboard crown from an Astucia devil costume. The crown has four crosses extending up from the band. The band is covered with sky blue foil paper, strings of sequins zigzagging, and gold applique. A small mirror is adhered to the front and sides. The crosses are covered with silver foil paper, outlined in gold sequins and decorated with either large blue holographic discs or small green, white or red sequins. Strings of plastic beads - red or gold, are strung from the band. The interior is lined with both sky blue and silver foil paper.