Published July 6, 2014 at 1600 × 1600 in Viva la Vida en Mexico La Catrina is an iconic figure in Mexican culture representing death and the way Mexicans face it. The figure has been portrayed in many different folk art styles – these are some that were on display at Mexico City’s Museum of Popular Culture. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Like Loading...