Nicolas Morales: Elegant Dog Woodcarving little cat

Nicolas Morales: Elegant Dog Woodcarving little catOaxaca artist Nicolas Morales created this gorgeous dog wood sculpture. Nicolas is well known for his beautiful woodcarvings of exceptional craftsmanship. This one piece dog is magnificently carved, with a sense of serenity and alertness. A very elegant piece! Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 3. 5''Tall 7''Long 3''Wide

and the natural beauty cherished by the Huichol people

the beloved patroness of Mexico and the Americas

and the painter's hand shows here more than anywhere else in his work

And then there’s the fountain of yarn on top

On this piece

5''Tall    5

This wonderful Our Lady of Guadalupe olla was created by Mata Ortiz Master Potters Javier and his wife  Gaby Martinez

ORIGINAL PRICE: $42 US dollars

At the base of the sculpture

It’s native to the ancient lake system of Mexico City and is famous for its ability to regenerate limbs

four smaller axolotls form a court of musicians

Superbly carved one piece (detachable tongue) with so much movement and energy