Carolina Sandoval & Kengi: Winged Frog Woodcarving Ceramic Vase

Carolina Sandoval & Kengi: Winged Frog Woodcarving Ceramic VaseThis fantastic frog by Carolina Sandoval is pure fun. The colors are so bright they immediately catch your eye. Those vivid orange wings, the blue purple body, and all the little water ripple patterns make it look like its about to leap into some magical pond. You can really see Carolinas hand here: trademark use of her textile heritage, strong graphic lines, fearless color mixes, and patterns that feel a bit like woven textiles. That comes from her

They mark this Xolo not as a household pet but as a creature of myth

and yellow

Its traditions disappeared with the civilization itself

Dominant males flush into full color to signal territory and attract mates

Milagros are charms traditionally used to thank a Saint or the Virgin Mary for answering a prayer or a miracle

small silver-toned votive charms in the shape of hearts

and this stunning work perfectly showcases her mastery

bleach it to create different colored paper

painted with flame-like oranges

Every element on a Mexican ofrenda has a purpose: the marigolds to guide the souls with their scent and color

For collectors of Mata Ortiz pottery

Dimensions: 2''Tall 8''Long 5''Wide