wood art (9 items)
Virgin Mary
Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru
Virgin Mary, Painted Wood Retablo Andes Folk Art Handmade in Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Surrounded by an array of flowers, rays of light burst in a halo about the Virgin Mary. Alejandro Chávez shows her expression of loving concern for her son, Jesus, and for mankind. Known as a retablo... read more$47.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Cross of Lamentation
Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Cross of Lamentation, Hand Made Religious Wood Retablo Diorama Andean Folk Art
Alejandro Chavez
After Christ's death on the cross, the image itself came to be venerated as one of the most important Christian symbols. Alejandro Chávez shows an empty cross, graced with a portrait of Jesus. Ladders... read more$47.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue
Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue, Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Esteban Hernandez
This young giraffe looks up in amazement at all the stars that appear on a clear night. This wooden Oaxaca alebrije is the creation of artist Esteban Hernandez and features fine detailed patterns in... read more$29.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Lord of the Dead
Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Lord of the Dead, Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Angel Ceron crafts a faithful replica of a ceremonial bowl found in the Zaachila archeological site of the state of Oaxaca. Crafted of ceramic, it features Mictlantecuhtli, Lord of the Dead, striking... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Loco Lobo
Multicolored Wolf Alebrije Figurine Handmade in Mexico
Loco Lobo, Multicolored Wolf Alebrije Figurine Handmade in Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Alebrijes are often a hybrid of real animals, such as elephants and crocodiles, or they can be more fantastical creatures, such as dragons. Artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Xoxocotlán in the Mexican state... read more$59.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Death and Folklore
Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Death and Folklore, Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Skulls are a recurrent theme in Mexican handicrafts, reflecting the convivial and familiar attitudes of the Mexican people towards death. Artisans in San Martín Tilcajete in the state of Oaxaca apply... read more$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Handmade Folk Art Retablo Sculpture of the Virgen del Carmen
Alejandro Chavez
Wearing an elaborate crown, Our Lady of Mount Carmel extends her arms in benediction. Alejandro Chávez portrays the Madonna named for Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where a chapel was built in her... read more$39.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Shiva Blessings
Hand Carved Antiqued Hindu Deity Wood Sculpture
Shiva Blessings, Hand Carved Antiqued Hindu Deity Wood Sculpture
Suparta
Working in the style of ancient Java, Suparta carves a portrait of the Hindu god, Shiva, one of the most complex gods in Hindu faith, embodying seemingly contradictory qualities. He is both destroyer... read more$114.99Artist: Suparta
Lover's Passion
Hand Carved Suar Wood Heart and Flame Abstract Sculpture
Lover's Passion, Hand Carved Suar Wood Heart and Flame Abstract Sculpture
Made Wirata
Made Wirata of Indonesia presents this beautiful hand carved sculpture. The sculpture is created from suar wood and features an abstract heart and flame theme.$69.99Artist: Made Wirata