Maricela Hernandez: Exquisite Iguana Sculpture mata oritz so complex and delicate

so complex and delicate

A striking

We acquired this original piece from the artist in Mexico City in the year 2000

This exquisite natural gourd has been beautifully transformed by Huichol (Wixárika) artists using the traditional yarn-painting technique known as nierika

Maricela Hernandez: Exquisite Iguana Sculpture mata oritz so complex and delicateWith its limbs outstretched in a lively pose and tail curling like a brushstroke, this spectacular lizard alebrije feels like it just darted across a sun warmed stone in the heart of Oaxaca! Hand carved from a single block of copal wood by artist Maricela Hernndez, this piece embodies the spirit of Oaxacan folk art: vibrant creativity, expert craftsmanship. The color palette of green, coral red, yellow, and black is superb. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: