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The green pineapples with their scaly texture that perfectly simulated the surface of natural pineapple. The work of this artisan stands out for its distinctive appliqué work.

 

At the age of fifteen, Hilario learned the secrets of working with clay from his mother, famous for her famous pineapples of Carapan which won her several prizes. Outstanding are the ornamental pineapples elaborated with techniques of appliqué and openwork, and whose production requires exceptional skill and mastery. The trajectory of his career has been recognized by various institutions, garnering him a number of awards including the Banamex Cultural Foundation prize.

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