La Xitlali

Xitlali is rooted in the rich traditions of the Nahuatl language, where her name means “star.” She embodies a sense of wonder, celestial elegance, and the quiet power of the night sky, inspiring all who encounter her to look beyond the ordinary and connect with something greater. The sculpture captures both reverence and playful defiance, merging spiritual symbolism with a modern, personal attitude.

Xitlali wears a dress adorned with stars, echoing her name and the vastness of the cosmos, paired with purple flats that ground her in a subtle, approachable elegance. Around her neck hangs a rosary, a nod to devotion and tradition, while in one hand she delicately holds a gold star, a tangible symbol of guidance, hope, and aspiration. In the other, she confidently holds a cigar, a touch of irreverence that balances her celestial grace with worldly charm, asserting her individuality and fearless spirit.

The juxtaposition of sacred and playful elements—rosary and cigar, stars and purple flats—creates a sculpture that is both mystical and relatable. Xitlali embodies duality: she is at once a guide and a rebel, a figure of wonder and a reflection of human complexity. She reminds us that the celestial and the earthly, the spiritual and the personal, can coexist beautifully, illuminating paths with both light and attitude.