The literary skull is a very traditional composition from Mexico, and is considered a living expression of the culture of this country. Humorous skulls are generally used with joy and fun on the eve of the Day of the Dead, a celebration that is celebrated with great respect, and good art.
According to the auspicious story of the birth of the humorous skulls, they were previously known by the name of pantheons. This literary composition had its origins in the 19th century, being characterized by its burlesque epitaph mode, in addition to expressing with all the written art feelings, or ideas that were sometimes very difficult to say. The first humorous skulls were published with great astonishment and acceptance in 1849, specifically in the newspaper El Socialista, from Guadalajara.
These very popular verses in Mexican culture are accompanied by drawings that have their own name, this figure is known as La Catrina or also as Calavera Garbancera. This emblematic drawing that accompanies the verses of funny skulls was created by José Guadalupe Posada.
How to make funny mexican skulls
Among the main characteristics that must be taken into account when writing a funny skull are the following:
1. They are considered irreverent verses, and they are written as epitaphs, always combining the love of art with the portrait of people as if they were deceased.
2. Funny skulls are always used to express ideas or feelings that are generally difficult to say or demonstrate.
3. They must always be accompanied by drawings of the traditional skulls.
Example of a funny skull
If you want to have a moment of great fun,
accompany the skulls to the pantheon.
You must bring beer and a little tequila,
so that you can enjoy life surrounded by tombs and melancholy.