Miguel Santiago: African Giraffe Alebrije Jewelry This expressive hand-carved wooden figurine

This expressive hand-carved wooden figurine represents Saint Benedict of Nursia

Uplifting toucan alebrije by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Gasspar Calvo

with a gently rounded chest

ringed with fine dots and lines

The first layer is created with beautiful hues of acrylic pigments and the second layer is carefully applied with a unique paint that glows

Miguel Santiago: African Giraffe Alebrije Jewelry This expressive hand-carved wooden figurineMiguel Santiago created this gorgeous resting giraffe sculpture. Miguel Santiago considered by some authors, the finest woodcarver in Oaxaca. He is well known for his unique figures and creativity. He has developed a style of his own, paying particular attention to the faces of his subjects. The eyes are not only painted but carved as well. This fabulous giraffe has a long curving neck giraffe that gives the sculpture so much character! Origin: Oaxaca