In many "estampas criollas" (cultural plays), this character provides "black humor" to balance more joyful vendors.
A recurring theme is that the shovel treats the rich and poor the same.
Los pregones are the rhythmic, melodic street cries of vendors and workers that form the heartbeat of traditional Hispanic culture. While many pregones celebrate food or crafts, offers a fascinating, somber, and often darkly humorous look at life and death . ⚰️ The Soul of the Gravedigger’s Cry
