Ana Laura Salmeron: Curious MonkeyThis beautiful monkey wood sculpture is a wonderful work of art crafted by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Ana Salmeron. With its very well sculpted form, delicate sanding of the piece, and warm color palette, is a captivating expression of Mexican Folk Art. The Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 8''Tall 5. 5''Long 5. 5''Wide

Antonio Xuana and his family carve each figure from copal wood and then paint it entirely by hand

and just a bit mischievous

while the lion has muscled haunches and a tufted tail

Jerardo is well known for his beautifully formed figures that are spectacularly painted

five fabric leaves

A collector's piece in every sense

and a compact

This piece exemplifies Jorge Vazquez’s mastery: a union of naturalism and stylization that makes his jaguars some of the most sought-after Oaxacan woodcarvings

small metal charms in the shapes of stars

This magnificent monkey carving by  Oaxaca artist Reyna Pina is full of motion and personality

fearless color mixes

This beautiful olla has a very attractive flower designed with minute etched decorations