El Icecrinero

The Works of Joe R. Villarreal

Joe R. Villarreal (American, b. 1953)
El Icecrinero
Papier maché
56 ½ x 28 x 41 ½ inches

The term “Icecrinero” was a colloquial term used in the artist’s west side neighborhood meaning Ice Cream Man.  In some areas, “Paletero” was also used to mean the peddler selling the wonderfully refreshing frozen juice treats.

This sculpture began as a study for a larger-than-life piece formed of much heavier materials and grander in scale.  As of this writing (May 2018) the main sculpture is nearing completion.