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Jose Canil Ramos
Jose Canil Ramos

Central America Wood sculptures

About this Item

"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 beginning of a harvest," says Jose Canil Ramos. According to Maya cosmogony, the jaguar is represented by the Ix day of the Maya calendar. It symbolizes strength and vigor, as well as feminine and feline energies. Canil carves the sculpture by hand from pinewood and paints it with extraordinary artistry. Before finishing the piece he applies a mixture of soot and water to achieve an antique and weathered illusion.

Dimensions

  • 0.66 kgs
  • 1.4 lbs
  • 22 cm H x 15 cm W x 18 cm D
  • 8.75" H x 6" W x 7" D

Key Features

  • Pinewood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Guatemala
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 174758
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170

John

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Jun 19, 2016

Great Carving”

We purchased three of these magnificently carved masks from the same artist. They are in a hallway as an introduction to our Guatemala room. I was a volunteer in Guatemala for two years, teaching English. I love the indigenous cultures there and these masks are a fine representation of indigenous art.

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Eileen

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Feb 04, 2021

Whimsical”

I ordered an angel carved by Jose Canil Ramos previous time ordering this and I knew what a great job he does! This did not disappoint. Fantastic

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Dan Dolan

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Oct 13, 2019

The cats meow!”

Photos dont do this jaguar justice. Very, very nicely done!

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Rodney

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Apr 02, 2026

Beautiful St. Francis Carving”

Another beautiful carving from a highly skilled artist. Thank you !!

Purchased Item Blessed Are the Animals, Purple Robed Image of Francis of Assisi from Guatemala

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Jeffrey

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Oct 05, 2025

Very pleased!”

We have several wood sculptures of Saints that we have bought while visiting Antigua, Guatemala. We are 100% pleased with this purchase and we appreciate the work of the artist.

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Lorettalesher

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Aug 16, 2025

Jose Canil Ramos”

The three wood statues are made by this brilliant artist. Every piece is a story. The colors and every detail is so artfully crafted. I will continue to buy from him. I love his work.

Purchased Item Blessed Are the Animals, Purple Robed Image of Francis of Assisi from Guatemala

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

Jose suffers from a rare facial nerve paralysis and is currently treating the condition with physical therapy.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Jose is a very talented wood carver. He first learned when he was just ten years old from his father. This art has been passed down for generations and Jose plans to continue the tradition and teach his son how to carve.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Jose Canil Ramos has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $250 and the most recent for $2100. Proceeds were used to invest in wood, saws, paints, and sandpaper for production.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Jose's work helps generate employment opportunities for those in his community. With the sales from NOVICA, he can employ other artisans and help change the lives of his workers.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Jose hires several people in his community which provides them with a stable income for supporting their families.

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