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"Most of the time I work with the idea of something, rather than with its photo, because I feel it hampers my inspiration and then I'm not happy with the final product."
"I was born on May 25, 1981 in Chichicastenango and I learnt my craft from my father. He used to carve masks and saints to sell at the Chichi market. This is a very famous market because artisans from... read more
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Juan 05/12/2022
Beautiful
Sonia 04/07/2022
Love Canil Ramos nativities
23 items by Jose Canil Ramos
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Petite Christmas
Petite 7 Piece Carved Wood Nativity Scene
Petite Christmas, Petite 7 Piece Carved Wood Nativity Scene
Jose Canil Ramos
Carved by hand from pinewood, this charming nativity scene is comprised of seven diminutive pieces. Jose Canil Ramos depicts the Holy Family with a donkey and cow, and presents them all in a circular... read more$44.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Yellow Maya Jaguar
Artisan Crafted Yellow Jaguar Mask
Yellow Maya Jaguar, Artisan Crafted Yellow Jaguar Mask
Jose Canil Ramos
"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded the jaguar as a deity that they honored at the... read more$79.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Petite Creche
Petite Carved Wood Nativity Scene (Set of 7)
Petite Creche, Petite Carved Wood Nativity Scene (Set of 7)
Jose Canil Ramos
Carved by hand from pinewood, this charming nativity scene is comprised of seven diminutive pieces. Jose Canil Ramos depicts the Holy Family with a donkey and cow, and presents them all in a circular... read more$39.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Holy Skeletal Night
Rustic Style Pinewood Hand Crafted Nativity Scene (Set of 9)
Holy Skeletal Night, Rustic Style Pinewood Hand Crafted Nativity Scene (Set of 9)
Jose Canil Ramos
Jose Canil Ramos combines Guatemala's Day of the Dead customs with Christian traditions for the design of this extraordinary nativity scene. "I thought it would be fun to make it with innocent... read more$104.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Christ's Sacrifice
Hand-Painted Wood Wall Cross from Guatemala
Christ's Sacrifice, Hand-Painted Wood Wall Cross from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
Depicting Christ's greatest sacrifice, this wall sculpture shows Jesus on the cross. The cross is crafted of pinewood and painted by hand to depict Jesus in the traditional attire of Santiago Atitlán.... read more$129.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Jaguar Divinity
Wood Figurine Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Jaguar Divinity, Wood Figurine Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Jose Canil Ramos
Jose Canil sculpts the image of a snarling jaguar honoring the beliefs of the ancient Maya people. "The jaguar was regarded as the god protector of fields and harvests, so nobody harmed it. The... read more$69.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Dancing Rabbit
Guatemala Rabbit Folk Dance Mask
Dancing Rabbit, Guatemala Rabbit Folk Dance Mask
Jose Canil Ramos
Floral motifs adorn a smiling orange rabbit, crafted and painted by hand. By Jose Canil Ramos, this mask is used in the Dance of the Deer, which celebrates a successful hunt. The music is performed by... read more$79.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Yellow Squirrel
Guatemala Squirrel Folk Dance Mask
Yellow Squirrel, Guatemala Squirrel Folk Dance Mask
Jose Canil Ramos
Floral motifs adorn a smiling yellow squirrel, crafted and painted by hand. By Jose Canil Ramos, this mask is used in the Dance of the Deer, which celebrates a successful hunt. The music is performed... read more$77.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Mayan King
Hand Carved Painted Mayan Wood Wall Mask from Guatemala
Mayan King, Hand Carved Painted Mayan Wood Wall Mask from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
This expertly hand-carved pinewood mask by Jose Canil Ramos of Guatemala brilliantly reflects its Mayan roots. The carved face is adorned with a colorful plume to depict the ornamentation of the upper... read more$89.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Yellow Parrot
Vintage Style Yellow Parrot Mask Carved by Hand
Yellow Parrot, Vintage Style Yellow Parrot Mask Carved by Hand
Jose Canil Ramos
Covered with bright flowers, a yellow parrot comes to life as a mask. Diego Canil works in pinewood to create a festive and beautiful image. "The freedom of a bird is always inspiring, but... read more$104.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Angel of Gratitude
Hand Painted Angel Wood Sculpture
Angel of Gratitude, Hand Painted Angel Wood Sculpture
Jose Canil Ramos
"One of the customs we have inherited from our Maya ancestors is to give thanks to Ajaw or God every morning when we wake up and before we eat. We do it by crossing our hands over our heart and... read more$117.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Flavor and Tradition
Hand Made Wood Sculpture of a Chef from Guatemala
Flavor and Tradition, Hand Made Wood Sculpture of a Chef from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
Inspired by the work of his father, Jose Canil Ramos creates this charming sculpture, hand-carved from pinewood. He depicts a chef who holds kitchen utensils in each hand. For the Guatemalan artisan... read more$99.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Mary Help of Christians
Hand Carved Wood Statue of the Virgin Mary with Little Jesus
Mary Help of Christians, Hand Carved Wood Statue of the Virgin Mary with Little Jesus
Jose Canil Ramos
Venerated since the year 345, Mary Help of Christians was invoked by instructions of Pope Pius V to defend Christian countries during the Middle Ages. Jose Canil Ramos depicts the beloved Virgin in a... read more$134.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Brown Dog
Guatemala Brown Dog Folk Dance Mask
Brown Dog, Guatemala Brown Dog Folk Dance Mask
Jose Canil Ramos
Floral motifs adorn a smiling brown dog, crafted and painted by hand. By Jose Canil Ramos, this mask is used in the Dance of the Deer, which celebrates a successful hunt. The music is performed by a... read more$74.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Rejoice
Handcrafted 9 Piece Nativity Scene Set
Rejoice, Handcrafted 9 Piece Nativity Scene Set
Jose Canil Ramos
Carved by hand from pinewood, this charming nativity scene is comprised of nine diminutive pieces in shades of gold and green. Jose Canil Ramos depicts the Holy Family with an angel, the Three Kings... read more$49.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Archangel Raphael
Gilded Hand Carved Wood Catholic Archangel Sculpture
Archangel Raphael, Gilded Hand Carved Wood Catholic Archangel Sculpture
Jose Canil Ramos
The archangel Raphael, companion of Tobias in the Bible, guided the young man in his journey to recover a loan his father made to a relative. During their travels, a large fish attacked Tobias as he... read more$127.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Guacamaya
Colorful Hand Carved Pinewood Macaw Wall Mask from Guatemala
Guacamaya, Colorful Hand Carved Pinewood Macaw Wall Mask from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
Jose Canil transforms pinewood into a cheerful, colorful mask of a guacamaya (macaw), which the ancient Maya associated with the sun's strength and the power of fire. "Macaws are becoming a... read more$117.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Chichicastenango Angel
Hand Crafted Wood Religious Sculpture from Guatemala
Chichicastenango Angel, Hand Crafted Wood Religious Sculpture from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
"This guardian angel is my way of sharing with you my belief that the Lord Creator never abandons us. He is with us even in the worst of times," believes Jorge Canil. He carves the pinewood... read more$64.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Flight to Egypt
2 Hand Carved Wood Sculptures of the Holy Family
Flight to Egypt, 2 Hand Carved Wood Sculptures of the Holy Family
Jose Canil Ramos
Pausing for a moment on their hurried flight to Egypt, Mary comforts the Christ child as a weary Joseph leans on his staff. In an effort to wipe out all competition to his throne, Herod ordered the... read more$99.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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French Bulldog
Handcrafted Wood Dog Sculpture
French Bulldog, Handcrafted Wood Dog Sculpture
Jose Canil Ramos
Carved and painted entirely by hand, this wooden French bulldog sculpture will steal your heart. Jose Canil Ramos in Guatemala crafts the canine from pinewood, painting it with spatter motifs and... read more$139.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Maya Jaguar
Unique Wood Wall Art Mask
Maya Jaguar, Unique Wood Wall Art Mask
Jose Canil Ramos
"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded the jaguar as a deity who they honored at the... read more$114.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Antigua Guardian Ange
Hand Crafted Wood Religious Sculpture from Guatemala
Antigua Guardian Ange, Hand Crafted Wood Religious Sculpture from Guatemala
Jose Canil Ramos
"This guardian angel is my way of sharing with you my belief that the Lord Creator never abandons us. He is with us even in the worst of times," believes Jorge Canil. He carves the pinewood... read more$59.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Our Lady of Candelaria
Handcrafted Religious Wood Sculpture
Our Lady of Candelaria, Handcrafted Religious Wood Sculpture
Jose Canil Ramos
"In my village we are very devoted to Our Lady of Candelaria, so this sculpture is my way of honoring her," says Jose Canil Ramos with pride and devotion. The Virgin of Candelaria is... read more$144.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
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Polly
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05/18/2022
"As beautiful as expected!"
I am thrilled with this Saint Francis sculpture! Like many of his customers, I have several sculptures by Jose Canil Ramos, and I love all of them. The vibrant colors and amazing workmanship are delightful to behold. Beautiful art like this adds so much to a home.Thank you!
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Saint Francis with a Quetzal, Rustic Sculpture of Saint Francis with a Quetzal Bird
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Juan
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05/12/2022
"Beautiful"
Bought as a gift for my Fiance and she loved it! Beautiful carved Virgin De Guadalupe.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, Artisan Crafted Christianity Wood Sculpture
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Sue
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04/10/2022
"Dancing Rabbit if better than I imagined"
The carving is nice, painting very precise and overall quality and size exceeded expectations. I now own three carvings and love all of them.
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Sonia
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04/07/2022
"Love Canil Ramos nativities"
This is my second purchase from this artist. The pieces are very detailed. Love the colors.
Purchased Item:
Holy Gifts, 10-piece Nativity Scene Hand-carved Wood from Guatemala
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Julia
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02/10/2022
"This is a beautiful angel."
This angel has so much feeling and it lovely
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Angel of Hope, Guatemalan Handmade Angel Wood Sculpture
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Ulises
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01/08/2022
"Superb Guatemalan-style wood-carving"
Exquisite wood carving, brightly and finely painted; this is our second wood-carving from Jose, and the quality-price ratio is unsurpassed. Recommend this artisan highly!
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- Decoration
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, Artisan Crafted Christianity Wood Sculpture
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