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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12.99\" high x 3.94\" wide x 3.94\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.77 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya \u003c\/strong\u003ecreations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12.99\" high x 3.94\" wide x 3.94\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.77 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. Once \u003cstrong\u003eRosel\u003c\/strong\u003e turned 18, he started to win several local and statewide Art Competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he was 20 years old, he specialized in amber carving, and became a featured artisan in several Mexican Art Forums around the country, and in 2015, he exposed two of his Nativity Scenes in the Vatican, both of them in the indigenous style of Chiapas’ Altos Region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat for some is a simple chunk of wood, becomes an opportunity to create a unique piece with a mystic touch for \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e, just as the “Virgen de Guadalupe” that Pope Francis received from Rosel’s own hands in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is distinguished by his great production quality, with amazing anatomical carvings, no matter which wood is used as the base, cedar, “huanacastle” (parota), mahogany, “cupapé”, “nanguipo”, or precious amber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosel has been distinguished for making pieces, from the minute to fule scale, sometimes even over 1.60m, like a Don Quijote, a David and a Goliath Piece, and even a Jesus Christ Sculpture, which was 2.5m tall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor supplying his timber needs, Rosel Collects dead wood during the whole year, he stores them, and even has friends and family helping him locate special woods fallen from trees around the rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his workshop, he has chisels from every size, measure and shape, gouges, crowbars, machetes, hatchets, saws and even chainsaws, all in service of his amazing art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsRHDS_qw_c\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Zinacanteca Man with Pouch, Parota Wood

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Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18.90\" high x 6.30\" wide x 5.12\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.75 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. 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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18.90\" high x 6.30\" wide x 5.12\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.75 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Large Zinacanteca Man with Pouch, Parota Wood

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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e creations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.12\" high x 2.76\" wide x 3.54\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.44 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. Once \u003cstrong\u003eRosel\u003c\/strong\u003e turned 18, he started to win several local and statewide Art Competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he was 20 years old, he specialized in amber carving, and became a featured artisan in several Mexican Art Forums around the country, and in 2015, he exposed two of his Nativity Scenes in the Vatican, both of them in the indigenous style of Chiapas’ Altos Region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat for some is a simple chunk of wood, becomes an opportunity to create a unique piece with a mystic touch for \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e, just as the “Virgen de Guadalupe” that Pope Francis received from Rosel’s own hands in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is distinguished by his great production quality, with amazing anatomical carvings, no matter which wood is used as the base, cedar, “huanacastle” (parota), mahogany, “cupapé”, “nanguipo”, or precious amber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosel has been distinguished for making pieces, from the minute to fule scale, sometimes even over 1.60m, like a Don Quijote, a David and a Goliath Piece, and even a Jesus Christ Sculpture, which was 2.5m tall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor supplying his timber needs, Rosel Collects dead wood during the whole year, he stores them, and even has friends and family helping him locate special woods fallen from trees around the rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his workshop, he has chisels from every size, measure and shape, gouges, crowbars, machetes, hatchets, saws and even chainsaws, all in service of his amazing art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsRHDS_qw_c\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Artisan Woman with Small Vase, Parota Wood

Description As an inception of inspiration, this amazing piece carefully depicts a Chiapas woman pouring...

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Reading Zinacanteca Child, Parota Wood

Description Nurturing the flame of our own knowledge throughout our lives is a very important...

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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya \u003c\/strong\u003ecreations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.45\" high x 4.33\" wide x 5.91\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.20 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. Once \u003cstrong\u003eRosel\u003c\/strong\u003e turned 18, he started to win several local and statewide Art Competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he was 20 years old, he specialized in amber carving, and became a featured artisan in several Mexican Art Forums around the country, and in 2015, he exposed two of his Nativity Scenes in the Vatican, both of them in the indigenous style of Chiapas’ Altos Region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat for some is a simple chunk of wood, becomes an opportunity to create a unique piece with a mystic touch for \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e, just as the “Virgen de Guadalupe” that Pope Francis received from Rosel’s own hands in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is distinguished by his great production quality, with amazing anatomical carvings, no matter which wood is used as the base, cedar, “huanacastle” (parota), mahogany, “cupapé”, “nanguipo”, or precious amber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosel has been distinguished for making pieces, from the minute to fule scale, sometimes even over 1.60m, like a Don Quijote, a David and a Goliath Piece, and even a Jesus Christ Sculpture, which was 2.5m tall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor supplying his timber needs, Rosel Collects dead wood during the whole year, he stores them, and even has friends and family helping him locate special woods fallen from trees around the rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his workshop, he has chisels from every size, measure and shape, gouges, crowbars, machetes, hatchets, saws and even chainsaws, all in service of his amazing art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsRHDS_qw_c\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Artisan Woman with Large Vase, Parota Wood

Description As an inception of inspiration, this amazing piece carefully depicts an artisan woman pouring all of...

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Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Zinacanteca Man with Pouch and Sack, Wood

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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e creations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-40 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.87\" high x 6.69\" wide x 2.36\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.88 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Tradicional Parachico Bearded Mask, Wood

Description With some very lifelike features, these traditional Parachico wood Mask is full feat of craftsmanship...

$779.00

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Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Tradicional Parachico Mask, Wood

Description With some very lifelike features, these traditional Parachico wood Mask is full feat of craftsmanship...

$629.00

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Tradicional Parachico Mask, Wood

Description With some very lifelike features, these traditional Parachico wood Mask is full feat of craftsmanship...

$629.00

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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13.39\" high x 3.94\" wide x 2.36\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.99 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Zinacanteca Woman with Pouch, Wood

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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e creations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall: 11.02\" high x 3.54\" wide x 3.54\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.39\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" high x \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" wide x \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.51\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge: 19.69\" high x 6.69\" wide x 7.48\" long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall: 1.21 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: 2.65 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge: 10.14 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. 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Pakal Head, Parota Wood

Description Stoic and timeless, the calm and confident gaze of a legendary culture is perfectly...

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icon of Mexican Culture, these beautiful Xolotzcuintle Alebrijes perfectly capture the essence of these Mythical creature, both venerated and loved around the world. Carefully sculpted from \u003cstrong\u003eCopal Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, and beautifully decorated by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Esteban Fabian Mendez\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e, his pieces are a true example of tradition and innovation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-45 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.51\" high x 2.76\" wide x 6.30\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.23 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Alebrijes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisiting Oaxaca is like entering the magical world of \u003cstrong\u003eAlebrijes\u003c\/strong\u003e, which more than being a craft, are widely considered to be true pieces of art. The knowledge required for the elaboration of these intricate wood sculptures is passed from one generation to the other. People in San Martin Tilcajete and Arrazola, Oaxaca, are born and raised deeply connected to the creation of these figures, all as a part of their own family environment. Usually, the locals live surrounded by copal logs, tools and paints inside their houses, as well as the traditional process of carving the sculptures. This is how children and young members of families learn day by day this craft from their elders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Process.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt all starts with the selection of the wooden piece to be used, the figure to be sculpted is decided according to the log’s shape, the base of the log is cut out with a Machete, and then the artisan starts searching for the balance of the figure’s shape and weight, to decide whether the figure will stand vertically or horizontally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisan then makes drawings on the sides, giving him reference on where he will make rough cuts with his machete, he then proceeds to cut out details with smaller knives, which contribute to the sculpture by giving it expression and movement, each piece is unique, they can be reproduced, but there will always be subtle differences because of the 100% manual process, based on the original log’s shape and the hand-carving and sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carved piece is left to dry in the sunlight, once its outer body has dried, it is carefully sanded, the sawdust is kept in case of the need of repairs. After the sanding, the piece is again left to dry under the sun. In some cases, a large piece can take up to two years to dry out entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the piece has completely dried, it is then taken through the repair process, using a variety of tools, artisans open the cracks in the wood and are then filled with copal wedges and a mix of the previously collected sawdust mixed with sealant. The wedges are then sanded, and smoothed. These processes can take up to a month on larger pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sanding and smoothing the sculpture, artisans apply a base color coating, it could either be a solid tone or in some other cases even gradients, after applying this first paint bath, artisans usually let the piece rest, they wait and see if there are any cracks on the wood for them to amend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisans proceed to decorate the pieces with different brush types, each artisan has a style of their own for decorating, from the simplest traces to the most intricate designs and prehispanic patterns. After decorating the piece, it is covered with a lacquer spray to protect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, artisans were only producing animal figures, but this started changing when younger artisans started introducing new subjects that contributed to alebrijes as a diverse art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuddenly, you could also find dragons, monsters, and even aliens! From this moment on, the artisan’s creative potential had become free to explore and create, which consumers and collectors all started appreciating and searching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the figures or themes of the sculpts became very popular and started being repeated, some such as dogs, armadillos or iguanas, but these figures not only represent the local wildlife, they are also common symbols of local folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 80s, artisans started exploring different figures, such as giraffes, dogs, cats, elephants, zebras, deer, and even some more exotic types, like dolphins, sharks and other fish. All of this exploration is what set the stage for a second wave of exploration from younger artisans that gave (way to) fantastic figures such as dragons and aliens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Esteban-Fabian-Mendez_large.jpg?v=1527715226\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsteban Fabian Mendez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the young age of 10, \u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e learned to make alebrijes from his father, Ismael Fabian Mendoza, \u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e was always attracted to the arts, and he didn't want to set aside the family tradition, so he started by carving smaller figures, and as he became better, his father taught him how to paint and allowed him to do his own pieces. Nowadays, \u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e runs his workshop joined by his three sons, located in San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca, it is called \u003cem\u003e\"Una inspiracion de vida\"\u003c\/em\u003e (A life inspiration), where dreams, imagination and creativity converge. In each piece, \u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e captures his art, imagination, creativity, fantasies and dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“My art has a long process that starts by finding a good piece of wood from the fields, grabbing my tools, which are knives, machetes and gouges, so I can start shaping the wood, once the piece acquires its shape, I proceed to let it dry under the sunlight, this process usually takes a couple weeks, and sometimes it can even last months, depending on the piece's size, it is important to cure the wood, for that we use either gasoline or diesel, this helps us eliminate insects or plagues that could affect the dried wood. Once the piece has dried completely, we proceed to decorate it applying beautiful designs coming from my imagination and creativity, so that we attain a quality piece with intricate designs\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e is an innovator by excellence, achieving unique alebrijes with themes such as dragons, depending on the shape of the logs, making them unique and unrepeatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe always tries to pull off something new and different, without setting aside the essence of what an alebrije is and what his father had taught him, all while preserving the tradition. He is very glad that his sons love this traditional art form just as he does, and in collaboration, they have achieved pieces that have gone beyond several borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsteban\u003c\/strong\u003e has been awarded several times for his career producing alebrijes, and in collaboration with his sons, they have acquired state and nationwide awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEsteban \u003c\/strong\u003ewants every piece he crafts to express his feelings, and that each customer or collector that acquires one of his pieces can feel just how special his art is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 44 years of career and even more on the horizon, \u003cstrong\u003eEsteban is a Master Artisan of alebrijes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3PU8osW4yrI\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Small Xolotzcuintle Dog Alebrije (Green Ears), Copal Wood

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