Luis Pablo: Whale Woodcarving mexican mask

Luis Pablo: Whale Woodcarving mexican maskWonderful ballena, whale sculpture by Master Carver Luis Pablo. Luis Pablo is not only one of the most creative artists in Oaxaca, but he creates his pieces without any help, he designs, carves, and paints his pieces. This wonderful whale is so aesthetic, and beautifully carved, with smooth curves and flowing shape. Amazing! Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 6''Tall 13. 5''Long 8''Wide

45 is the defining reference on one of the most remarkable stories in the history of Mexican ceramics: a tradition lost for six hundred years

Both wings open wide

and this rooster sits squarely within that classic style

Dimensions: 3''Tall 2''Long 1

The borders are golden

Dimensions: 11''Tall 9''Wide 1

who used precise geometric patterning to make flat surfaces vibrate

This one-piece Colima dog figurine

Each area is unique

A tiny purple nose and mouth complete the face

giving the piece great movement and personality

Saint Benedict holds a staff topped with a cross and a book symbolizing his famous "Rule of Saint Benedict"