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Nicolas Chavez Sojuel

Hand-carved wood sculpures in Central America

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"So they took turns to sleep and if they saw soldiers approaching they'd wake me up and I'd escape through the false door we built, and run to the hills. Back then, I was only 20 years old."

"I was born in CantĆ³n TzanjuyĆŗ, a village by AtitlĆ”n Lake. We are seven siblings and, painfully, we lived together with our parents for only short period of time because Mom got gravely ill and... read more

11 items by Nicolas Chavez Sojuel

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5

Becky

From Hughesville, MD

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03/09/2022

"Lovely sculpture"

Got it for my husband, who is a veteran and he loves it. Magnificently crafted.

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Mighty Talons, Hand Carved Eagle in a Tree Brown Cedar Wood Sculpture

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  • This was a gift for: Husband
  • Occasion: Christmas

Mari

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12/04/2020

"My husband loved it!!"

So beautifully carved--great size! This will be an heirloomWe will buy from this artists again. We love Novica..

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Rafael

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12/30/2019

"Master Piece on Wood"

Great sculpture!! Extremely happy with the order Mr. Chavez is a wood master. Highly recommend his job!Obra Maestra en MaderaEs una escultura grandiosa!! Muy satisfecho con la orden. El se?or Chavez es un maestro del trabajo en madera. Recomiendo su trabajo con mucho entusiasmo!

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Sage Owl, Hand Carved Owl in a Tree Brown Cedar Wood Sculpture

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Dr. Rajesh Balkrishnan

From Charlottesville, VA, USA

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04/15/2017

"Astonishing wood sculpture"

I own two of his crafted pieces and the details are absolutely breathtaking. A master of cultural wood carving.

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Maya Ball Player, Maya Ball Court Marker Cedar Relief Panel Sculpture

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Dr. Rajesh Balkrishnan

From Charlottesville, VA, USA

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02/28/2017

"Astonishing archeological replicas in wood"

The love and care that goes into this wooden pieces needs to be seen to be believed. The details are astonishing and the pieces family heirlooms. One of the finest NOVICA artisans.

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Maya Quest for Maize, Maya Quest for Maize Cedar Wood Sculpture

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