Mexican Wood Carving “Marimba” (Calixto Santiago)
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¥55,000
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Size : Animal: Height 11.5cm, Length 3cm, Width 3cm
Marimba: Height 6cm, Length 17.5cm, Width 9cm
Brand : Mexican Wood Carving
Detail :
Alebrijes (wood carvings) are a type of Mexican folk art with collectors all over the world.
One of the most famous works is by Calixto Santiago of the Santiago family, located in the village of La Union in Oaxaca.
They take pride in using Jacaranda wood, whose quality is considered to be the best.
Brother of the great master "Martin Santiago" who represents the Santiago family. Plácido Santiago"s worthy son.
Its primitive and rustic character is what makes it so appealing.
These are imported folk art pieces that you'll want to collect.