Racoon (Mapache) Zancudos an invention by the first

an invention by the first generation Oaxacan master carver Ventura Fabian (1938-2019) are continued to be carved by his son Norberto Fabian Xuana and painted by his wife

The subject is identified in many church carvings which are themselves a source for contemporary woodcarvers and painters such as Maria Jimenez Ojeda

This dancing woman continues Agustin's occupation with traditional subjects

Simple carving and painting - the heart of Oaxacan wood carving

For larger works one has to be patient as the drying of the wood takes time before carving

Racoon (Mapache) Zancudos an invention by the first21. 5x7, h. 14 cmWood PaintOrigin OaxacaSigned Racoon painted with patterns and lots tiniest spots. Some painters have become influential and Bertha is one such painter. Her painting is driven by a diversity that is beyond simple pattern making.