Luis Pablo: Ozomatli Monkey Sculpture Protect us Saint Benedictt Antonio Alonso is one of

Antonio Alonso is one of Oaxaca's rising masters of cartonería

evoking the shifting hues of the sea at dawn

Dimensions: 7''Tall 8''Long 4''Wide

framed by black-and-white patterns that create striking contrast

This wonderful piece has a very attractive cut out linework that contrasts beautifully with the solid

Luis Pablo: Ozomatli Monkey Sculpture Protect us Saint Benedictt Antonio Alonso is one ofThis charming monkey by top Oaxacan woodcarver Luis Pablo is utterly endearing. Crafted from copal wood, it captures the lively sense of motion that defines monkeys: appearing perfectly still for a moment before springing into action again. In Mesoamerican tradition, Ozomatli, the monkey, was honored as the patron of dance, music, and the artsa creature embodying playful energy and governed by Xochipilli, the god of celebration and flowers. Luis Pablo