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Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind
By Ruby Fabian, Manuel Cruz Prudencio
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Cruz create this colorful wood carving. It is said this mystic piece will bring a good harvest or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind
Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind

Mexican Folk Art Wood Carving Traditional Dance Handmade Alebrije One of a Kind

H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 6.3 in
19th Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Wood Church Sculpture
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extraordinary one of a kind Mexican folk art carving of a church. Carved from a soft wood
Category

Antique 19th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Wood Church Sculpture
19th Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Wood Church Sculpture

19th Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Wood Church Sculpture

H 32 in W 13 in D 7.5 in
Mexican Hand Carved Wood Horse Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
was carved in Mexico.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mexican Hand Carved Wood Horse Head
Mexican Hand Carved Wood Horse Head

Mexican Hand Carved Wood Horse Head

H 25 in W 7 in D 15 in
Original Cross in wood w/figure of Christ in Sterling and Brass by EMAUS, Mexico
By Emaus
Located in Mexico, DF
Sculpture depicting a Cross with a stylized whimsical portrayal of Christ made on dark wood
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Original Cross in wood w/figure of Christ in Sterling and Brass by EMAUS, Mexico
Original Cross in wood w/figure of Christ in Sterling and Brass by EMAUS, Mexico

Original Cross in wood w/figure of Christ in Sterling and Brass by EMAUS, Mexico

H 1.38 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mexican Jewelry Box in the Style of Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970 We offer this rare Mexican jewelry box in the style of Don Shoemaker.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mexican Jewelry Box in the Style of Don Shoemaker
Mexican Jewelry Box in the Style of Don Shoemaker

Mexican Jewelry Box in the Style of Don Shoemaker

H 9.45 in W 8.67 in D 7.09 in
"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico
Located in Wiscasset, ME
She is depicted holding a tray aloft with her eyes, which she gouged out in order to keep from being married off to a Pagan. Polychromed gesso with gilding. Some small bits of polyc...
Category

Antique 1830s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico
"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico

"Saint Lucia" Early 19th Century Santos Figure Polychromed Mexico

H 16 in W 5 in D 4 in
Vibrant Authentic Vintage Hand Painted Mexican Folk Art Hanging Wall Plaque
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
addition to any collection of Mexican artisan works. The piece is created from a wood frame, layered with
Category

20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vibrant Authentic Vintage Hand Painted Mexican Folk Art Hanging Wall Plaque
Vibrant Authentic Vintage Hand Painted Mexican Folk Art Hanging Wall Plaque

Vibrant Authentic Vintage Hand Painted Mexican Folk Art Hanging Wall Plaque

H 20.5 in W 13.5 in D 3.25 in
Mexican Oaxacan Alebrije Jimenez Family Signed Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and sought-after authentic Mexican folk art work signed by all three renowned Jimenez Family
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Oaxacan Alebrije Jimenez Family Signed Folk Art Sculpture
Mexican Oaxacan Alebrije Jimenez Family Signed Folk Art Sculpture

Mexican Oaxacan Alebrije Jimenez Family Signed Folk Art Sculpture

H 4.5 in W 11 in D 2.625 in
Hand-Painted Wood Santo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic hand-painted wood Santo. Hand-carved and hand painted. Great coloring. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Painted Wood Santo
Hand-Painted Wood Santo

Hand-Painted Wood Santo

H 12.5 in W 3.75 in D 2.75 in
Hand-Painted Wood Santo of Saint Antonio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic hand-painted wood Santo of Saint Antonio. Hand-carved and hand-painted. His right hand
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Painted Wood Santo of Saint Antonio
Hand-Painted Wood Santo of Saint Antonio

Hand-Painted Wood Santo of Saint Antonio

H 16 in W 5.75 in D 3 in
Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A quite wonderful Mexican Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos festival held throughout Mexico) La
Category

20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paper

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture
Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

H 18 in W 8.5 in D 6 in
19th Century wood Santos of a boy/child with glass eyes and articulated arms.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This charming piece has been in my collection for over 40 years. The articulated arms and glass eyes contribute to its charm and personality. I have always felt it signified a sense ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century wood Santos of a boy/child with glass eyes and articulated arms.
19th Century wood Santos of a boy/child with glass eyes and articulated arms.

19th Century wood Santos of a boy/child with glass eyes and articulated arms.

H 11 in W 3.5 in D 4 in
Leather Pyrography Branding Carving Cabeza Maya King of Palenque Art Mexico
Located in Miami, FL
Wood Framed Arts & Craft leather pyrography, carving, branding from the Cabeza Maya King of
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paper

Leather Pyrography Branding Carving Cabeza Maya King of Palenque Art Mexico
Leather Pyrography Branding Carving Cabeza Maya King of Palenque Art Mexico

Leather Pyrography Branding Carving Cabeza Maya King of Palenque Art Mexico

H 17 in W 13 in D 1 in
Mid Century Modern Wooden Owl Carving
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Hand carved wooden owl made of Palofierro "(ironwood), Very mid-century style design, no brand or signature
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Wooden Owl Carving
Mid Century Modern Wooden Owl Carving

Mid Century Modern Wooden Owl Carving

H 7.88 in W 2.96 in D 3.94 in
Wooden Owl Carving With Obsidian and Abalone Eyes by Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
this type of piece, a combination of cocobolo wood (the same one that Don Shoemaker used) with obcidian
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Wooden Owl Carving With Obsidian and Abalone Eyes by Los Castillo
Wooden Owl Carving With Obsidian and Abalone Eyes by Los Castillo

Wooden Owl Carving With Obsidian and Abalone Eyes by Los Castillo

H 5.12 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
American Eagle Hand Carved Seri Ironwood Bookends 1960
Located in North Hollywood, CA
with a smooth finish overall excellent condition with beautiful visible wood grains. "Mexican ironwood
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Bookends

Materials

Wood

American Eagle Hand Carved Seri Ironwood Bookends 1960
American Eagle Hand Carved Seri Ironwood Bookends 1960

American Eagle Hand Carved Seri Ironwood Bookends 1960

H 10.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art Oaxaca Toy
By Socorro Cruz Prudencio, Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
with the idea as a toy for children,” says Mexican master wood carver Agustin Cruz Tinoco. As Mr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art Oaxaca Toy
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art Oaxaca Toy

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art Oaxaca Toy

H 19.69 in W 16.54 in D 13.59 in
Owl Carving, Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, DF
A rare carving in tropical rosewood by one of the most prominent names in Mexican modernist design
Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Owl Carving, Don Shoemaker
Owl Carving, Don Shoemaker

Owl Carving, Don Shoemaker

H 11.5 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Mid-Century Jaguar Carving
Located in Mexico City, DF
Mexico. This carving is beautifully done with fine proportions. At one time polychromed, the years have
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Jaguar Carving
Mid-Century Jaguar Carving

Mid-Century Jaguar Carving

H 10 in W 11 in D 11 in
Emaus Brass Sun
Located in Montecito, CA
Wonderful table top sculpture of a brass sun mounted on a wooden base.
Category

20th Century Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Emaus Brass Sun
Emaus Brass Sun

Emaus Brass Sun

H 15.5 in W 12 in D 5.25 in
Carved Hacienda Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
Hacienda horse.
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Steel

Carved Hacienda Horse
Carved Hacienda Horse

Carved Hacienda Horse

H 18 in W 6 in D 26 in
Los Castillo Mid Century Mexican Bas Relief Wood Carving
By Los Castillo, Arredondo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent piece made by deep carving onto a single wood slab. During the first half of the 20th C
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Sculptures

Los Castillo Mid Century Mexican Bas Relief Wood Carving
Los Castillo Mid Century Mexican Bas Relief Wood Carving

Los Castillo Mid Century Mexican Bas Relief Wood Carving

H 18 in W 11 in D 1.5 in
Wood Carving, "La Contorsionista, " Joel Alanis Medina, 2000
By Joel Alanis Medina
Located in Mexico City, DF
This engaging sculpture, at once figurative and abstract, was hand carved in orejón wood using
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Early 2000s Mexican Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Other

Wood Carving, "La Contorsionista, " Joel Alanis Medina, 2000
Wood Carving, "La Contorsionista, " Joel Alanis Medina, 2000

Wood Carving, "La Contorsionista, " Joel Alanis Medina, 2000

H 21.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art
By Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco, Socorro Cruz Prudencio
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
found it in art. Agustin made the change from the traditional Mexican wood carvings, commonly known as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art

H 19.2 in W 9.5 in L 19.2 in
19th Century Religious Wood Figure Found in Western Mexico, circa 1900
By OTHR
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Hand carved religious figure found in Western Mexico, circa 1900.
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Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Religious Wood Figure Found in Western Mexico, circa 1900
19th Century Religious Wood Figure Found in Western Mexico, circa 1900

19th Century Religious Wood Figure Found in Western Mexico, circa 1900

H 27.56 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
19th Century Mexican Carousel Rhino
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
19th Century Mexican Carousel Rhino. Handmade in Carved wood beautiful patina.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Mexican Carousel Rhino
19th Century Mexican Carousel Rhino

19th Century Mexican Carousel Rhino

H 23.23 in W 47.25 in D 11.03 in
Coffee Mortar from Veracruz, Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hand-carved, wooden coffee mortar with original grinding / mashing arm 1960's. Grinding arm is 37" in length. Primitive in style.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Coffee Mortar from Veracruz, Mexico
Coffee Mortar from Veracruz, Mexico

Coffee Mortar from Veracruz, Mexico

H 12.5 in W 26.5 in D 19 in
Rare Early 20th Century Carnival Wooden Horse Figures from Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Collector pieces. Carved wood horse heads from Veracruz, Mexico used during ceremonial dances and
Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare Early 20th Century Carnival Wooden Horse Figures from Mexico
Rare Early 20th Century Carnival Wooden Horse Figures from Mexico

Rare Early 20th Century Carnival Wooden Horse Figures from Mexico

H 13.5 in W 3.25 in D 1.5 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art
By Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
innovative design that The Cruz family began to be recognized in the wood carving sector, commonly known as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art

H 70 in W 65 in D 35 in
1960s Mexican Wooden Sculpture in the Style of Mathias Goeritz
By Mathias Goeritz
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexico, circa 1960s.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

1960s Mexican Wooden Sculpture in the Style of Mathias Goeritz
1960s Mexican Wooden Sculpture in the Style of Mathias Goeritz

1960s Mexican Wooden Sculpture in the Style of Mathias Goeritz

H 21 in W 9 in L 21 in
Early 19th Century Spanish Colonial Mexico Polychrome Santo Altar Figure
Located in Forney, TX
A wonderful rare large hand carved and painted Spanish Colonial Mexican santo altar figure, Saint
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Spanish Colonial Mexico Polychrome Santo Altar Figure
Early 19th Century Spanish Colonial Mexico Polychrome Santo Altar Figure

Early 19th Century Spanish Colonial Mexico Polychrome Santo Altar Figure

H 18.25 in W 9 in D 5.25 in
Carved Wood Articulating Santo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great wood santo with articulating arms, thighs, and knees. Excellent vintage condition. Great
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood Articulating Santo
Carved Wood Articulating Santo

Carved Wood Articulating Santo

H 33.5 in W 11.5 in D 7 in
Large Whimsical Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Mermaid Statue
Located in Forney, TX
A whimsical large Mexican folk art wooden mermaid statue. Handmade in Mexico in the mid-20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

Large Whimsical Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Mermaid Statue
Large Whimsical Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Mermaid Statue

Large Whimsical Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Mermaid Statue

H 22.5 in W 21 in D 13.25 in
Monumental Mexican Carved Polychrome Mermaid Dance Mask, Folk Art Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent life-size Mexican folk art hand carved and painted wood body dance mask, in the form
Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Gesso, Paint

Monumental Mexican Carved Polychrome Mermaid Dance Mask, Folk Art Sculpture
Monumental Mexican Carved Polychrome Mermaid Dance Mask, Folk Art Sculpture

Monumental Mexican Carved Polychrome Mermaid Dance Mask, Folk Art Sculpture

H 30 in W 52 in D 18 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Mermaid Fish Colorful Traditional Jewe Box
By Agustin Cruz Tinoco, Agustin Cruz Prudencio
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
One of a kind wood carving mermaid piece by Agustin Cruz Prudencio. This delicate Alebrije is hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Mermaid Fish Colorful Traditional Jewe Box
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Mermaid Fish Colorful Traditional Jewe Box

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Mermaid Fish Colorful Traditional Jewe Box

H 3.94 in W 13.78 in L 3.94 in
Mid-Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Painted Baby Christ Figure Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A charming pair of vintage Mexican folk art hand carved and painted Infant Jesus religious figures
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Baroque Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Glass, Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Painted Baby Christ Figure Pair
Mid-Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Painted Baby Christ Figure Pair

Mid-Century Mexican Folk Art Carved Polychrome Painted Baby Christ Figure Pair

H 13 in W 11 in D 6 in
Collection of Six Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Roosters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Group of three Folk Art hand-carved and painted wood roosters from Mexico. These wonderful and
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Collection of Six Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Roosters
Collection of Six Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Roosters

Collection of Six Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Roosters

H 20.5 in W 4 in D 11 in
19th Century Hand Carved "Virgen de Atocha" with Encrusted Jewels and Cherubs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mexico. The piece is all hand crafted and quite large at 45" tall. The crown, and surround are
Category

Antique 19th Century Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold Leaf

19th Century Hand Carved "Virgen de Atocha" with Encrusted Jewels and Cherubs
19th Century Hand Carved "Virgen de Atocha" with Encrusted Jewels and Cherubs

19th Century Hand Carved "Virgen de Atocha" with Encrusted Jewels and Cherubs

H 45 in W 21 in D 9 in
Latin American Religious Santos Carving, Mexican, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Spanish Colonial carving of three saint figures, having remnants of original old paint, Mexico
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Antique Mid-19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Latin American Religious Santos Carving, Mexican, 19th Century
Latin American Religious Santos Carving, Mexican, 19th Century

Latin American Religious Santos Carving, Mexican, 19th Century

H 19 in W 26 in D 10 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art
By Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco, Socorro Cruz Prudencio
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
found it in art. Agustin made the change from the traditional Mexican wood carvings, commonly known as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Nativity Set Beetle Traditional Art

H 19.2 in W 9.5 in D 8.8 in
Traditional Oaxaca Folk Art Aligator Alebrije Wood Carving
Located in San Carlos, CA
Gorgeous vintage, Copal wood, folk art carving of an alligator or crocodile. These carvings are
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Traditional Oaxaca Folk Art Aligator Alebrije Wood Carving
Traditional Oaxaca Folk Art Aligator Alebrije Wood Carving

Traditional Oaxaca Folk Art Aligator Alebrije Wood Carving

H 8.75 in W 14 in D 11 in
Chess Set Wood Carving Folkloric Alebrije Spaniards and Indigenous Mixes
By Carmen Cruz
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
farmers bring the aromatic copal wood to the Cruz family workshop for its use in artisan wood carving
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Chess Set Wood Carving Folkloric Alebrije Spaniards and Indigenous Mixes
Chess Set Wood Carving Folkloric Alebrije Spaniards and Indigenous Mixes

Chess Set Wood Carving Folkloric Alebrije Spaniards and Indigenous Mixes

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
Vintage 1950s Mexican Carved Wood Sculpture Polychrome Bookends Siesta Folk Art
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A pair of vintage 1950s North American Mexican handmade polychrome painted wood "Mexican Siesta
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1950s Mexican Carved Wood Sculpture Polychrome Bookends Siesta Folk Art
Vintage 1950s Mexican Carved Wood Sculpture Polychrome Bookends Siesta Folk Art

Vintage 1950s Mexican Carved Wood Sculpture Polychrome Bookends Siesta Folk Art

H 6.5 in W 4 in D 4 in
Spanish Colonial Carving of the Christ Child, 'El Nino'
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Spanish Colonial carving of the Christ child, "El Nino" with much of it's original
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Antique 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Spanish Colonial Carving of the Christ Child, 'El Nino'
Spanish Colonial Carving of the Christ Child, 'El Nino'

Spanish Colonial Carving of the Christ Child, 'El Nino'

H 18 in W 11 in D 10 in
Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel c.1940-1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Hand carved, painted Mexican wooden folk art archangel. CREATOR Unknown. Made in Mexico
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel c.1940-1960
Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel c.1940-1960

Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel c.1940-1960

H 23 in W 9.5 in D 14 in
Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel, circa 1940-1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unknown. Mexico. Date of manufacture circa 1940-1970. Materials and techniques paint, wood. Condition
Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel, circa 1940-1970
Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel, circa 1940-1970

Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art Archangel, circa 1940-1970

H 23.5 in W 16 in D 10 in
Articulating Wood Santo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic articulating wood Santo. Hand carved and hand painted. Great lines and detail. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Articulating Wood Santo
Articulating Wood Santo

Articulating Wood Santo

H 27 in W 9 in D 7 in
Articulating Wood Skeleton Santo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic articulating wood skeleton Santo. Hand-carved and hand-painted. Great lines and detail
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Articulating Wood Skeleton Santo
Articulating Wood Skeleton Santo

Articulating Wood Skeleton Santo

H 16 in W 5 in D 3.5 in
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art
By Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Socorro Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
“I came up with the idea as a toy for children,” says influential Mexican wood carver Agustin Cruz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art

Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrijes Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art

H 19.69 in W 16.54 in D 13.59 in
Spanish Colonial Mexico Carved Painted Archangel Santo Religious Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A large vintage Spanish Colonial style Mexican religious folk art carved wood santo figure - bulto
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Spanish Colonial Mexico Carved Painted Archangel Santo Religious Sculpture
Spanish Colonial Mexico Carved Painted Archangel Santo Religious Sculpture

Spanish Colonial Mexico Carved Painted Archangel Santo Religious Sculpture

H 16 in W 10 in D 6.5 in
Hand-Carved Plaque of Mexican Ranchero
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand-carved wood plaque has a feeling of California Monterey Furniture. This tiered Mexican is
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Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Plaque of Mexican Ranchero
Hand-Carved Plaque of Mexican Ranchero

Hand-Carved Plaque of Mexican Ranchero

H 14 in W 10.5 in D 1 in
19th Century carved wood Christo figure.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a Spanish Colonial era religious carving of the Christ. It would have been found in a
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Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

19th Century carved wood Christo figure.
19th Century carved wood Christo figure.

19th Century carved wood Christo figure.

H 9 in W 5 in D 3 in
19th Century Santos or Saint Ex-Voto Carved Polychrome Wood Arm & Hand Offering
Located in St. Louis, MO
Possibly 19th Century hand-carved wood arm & hand with Polychrome, Ex-Voto offering. Handpainted
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Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Santos or Saint Ex-Voto Carved Polychrome Wood Arm & Hand Offering
19th Century Santos or Saint Ex-Voto Carved Polychrome Wood Arm & Hand Offering

19th Century Santos or Saint Ex-Voto Carved Polychrome Wood Arm & Hand Offering

H 2 in W 7.38 in D 1.75 in
Rare Hippopotamus Box by Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Designed by Don Shoemaker and handcrafted by Señal, S.A. Mexico. This hippopotamus box is an
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare Hippopotamus Box by Don Shoemaker
Rare Hippopotamus Box by Don Shoemaker

Rare Hippopotamus Box by Don Shoemaker

H 9.06 in W 7.49 in D 13.39 in
Seri Ironwood Animal Sculptures of a Pelican and a Whale
Located in North Hollywood, CA
wood grains. circa 1970. Pelican: 13.5" x 3.75" x 6". Whale: 12" x 4" x 3.5". From Wikipedia: "Mexican
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Seri Ironwood Animal Sculptures of a Pelican and a Whale
Seri Ironwood Animal Sculptures of a Pelican and a Whale

Seri Ironwood Animal Sculptures of a Pelican and a Whale

H 13.5 in W 6 in D 3 in
Resting Cat by Oaxacan Master Carver Miguel Santiago Soriano
By Miguel Santiago Soriano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resting Cat, 1989 Miguel Santiago Soriano San Antonio Arrazola, Oaxaca, Mexico Copal wood, acrylic
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Resting Cat by Oaxacan Master Carver Miguel Santiago Soriano
Resting Cat by Oaxacan Master Carver Miguel Santiago Soriano

Resting Cat by Oaxacan Master Carver Miguel Santiago Soriano

H 4.75 in W 2.25 in D 6.75 in
19th Century Spanish Colonial Bulto Figure of St. Anthony Holding Baby Jesus
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Mexican Colonial figure of St. Anthony holding the Christ Child is made of carved wood with a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

19th Century Spanish Colonial Bulto Figure of St. Anthony Holding Baby Jesus
19th Century Spanish Colonial Bulto Figure of St. Anthony Holding Baby Jesus

19th Century Spanish Colonial Bulto Figure of St. Anthony Holding Baby Jesus

H 14 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in
19th Century Portable Shrine of Santiago Matamoros, St. James
By Laguna Santero
Located in Van Nuys, CA
painted wood box (portable shrine) with charming, pink paper flowers and Primitive, floral painted doors
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

String, Wood, Paint, Paper, Paste

19th Century Portable Shrine of Santiago Matamoros, St. James
19th Century Portable Shrine of Santiago Matamoros, St. James

19th Century Portable Shrine of Santiago Matamoros, St. James

H 12.5 in W 9.25 in D 7.25 in
New Mexican Table, Southwest Style Carving
Located in Palm Springs, CA
New Mexican Santa Fe style dining or card table. This table came from an Albuquerque, N.M. home
Category

Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Center Tables

Materials

Wood

New Mexican Table, Southwest Style Carving
New Mexican Table, Southwest Style Carving

New Mexican Table, Southwest Style Carving

H 31.5 in W 40 in D 40 in
Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of the Virgin Mary with Serpent
Located in Tucson, AZ
Large hand-carved wood sculpture of the Virgin Mary with serpent.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of the Virgin Mary with Serpent
Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of the Virgin Mary with Serpent

Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of the Virgin Mary with Serpent

H 37.5 in Dm 12 in
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Mexican wood carving you’re looking for. Each Mexican wood carving for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, paint and acrylic. There are 23 variations of the antique or vintage Mexican wood carving you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Mexican wood carving — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each Mexican wood carving bearing Folk Art or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made Mexican wood carving has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Agustin Cruz Tinoco, Edilma Cruz Prudencio and Socorro Cruz Prudencio are consistently popular.

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Questions About Mexican Wood Carving
  • What are the types of wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • What is Japanese wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • What is Chinese wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • What is Jepara wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • What is a Paete wood carving?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • How do you identify wood carvings?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • What kind of wood is Mexican furniture made of?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The kind of wood Mexican furniture is made of varies. However, most pieces made in Mexico are pine wood. In Michoacan, Puebla and Guanajuato, skilled woodworkers produce furniture by hand using traditional techniques and offer it for sale unfinished or varnished. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • What is the difference between wood carving and sculpture?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • What wood is used for carving in Bali?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • How can I tell if carved wood is antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if wood is hand-carved?
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    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • What is carved wood art called?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What wood is used for African carvings?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • What are carved wood figures in African art?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.