Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving lady of guadalupe

Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving lady of guadalupeThis delicate bat by Francisco Morales of Arrazola, Oaxaca, captures both the mystery and beauty of the night. This one piece copal woodcarving, with its elegant wings spread wide, reveals fascinating geometric patterns in shades of yellow gold, green, and warm ochre. Francisco Morales is a first generation Oaxacan woodcarving artist and the father of renowned carvers Nicolas and Max Morales. A pioneer in his familys artistic legacy, Francisco helped

hand-drawn patternwork that feels both ancient and contemporary

the heart of the piece

From the sides of his head flare the signature feathery gills

outlining them in black to create a powerful graphic contrast with the fluid marbling beneath

This small handcrafted wooden cross is painted in vibrant yellow and adorned with a collection of silver-toned milagros

5''Tall 6''Long 2''Wide

as if gliding through the sea

Every inch of this Oregon beaver sculpture is perfectly thought out and painted with amazing dedication

His tail forms a perfect spiral beneath him

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her expression serene and inward

Antonio Alonso is one of Oaxaca’s rising masters of cartonería