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Artisan Crafted Traditional Wood Mask, "Purple Maya Jaguar"

Name: Artisan Crafted Traditional Wood Mask, 'Purple Maya Jaguar'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 222636
Price: 128.20 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.98 (170 reviews)

Product ID: 222636

by Jose Canil Ramos (170)

"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded... more

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"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded the jaguar as a deity that they honoured at the beginning of a harvest," says Jose Canil Ramos. According to Maya cosmogony, the jaguar is represented by the Ix day of the Maya calendar. It symbolizes strength and vigor, as well as feminine and feline energies. Canil carves the mask by hand from pinewood and paints it with extraordinary artistry.

0.64 kgs
1.4 lbs

8" H x 6.75" W x 3.7" D
8" H x 6.75" W x 3.7" D

Metric

US/Imperial

Pinewood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 222636

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Jose Canil Ramos

Central America

Wood sculptures

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170

Bonnie

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Apr 29, 2025

“Tall Magnificent Angel”

This Angel is beautifully handpainted with such detail that it is absolutely stunning. The vibrant colors are truly worth looking at it every day. Im very pleased with my purchase. Thank You!

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Nancy

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Apr 07, 2025

“Love it!”

My kitchen has a lemon and chicken theme. This mask is well made and I love the cheerful artistry. The kids know to rub the beak for good luck!

Purchased Item Maya Rooster, Handcrafted Wood Mask

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Atticus

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Mar 16, 2025

“Virgen de Guadalupe”

Beautifully carved and painted as all of JOCARA s works.

Purchased Item Queen of Guadalupe, Handcrafted Floral Our Lady of Guadalupe Pinewood Sculpture

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Confronting Adversity

Jose suffers from a rare facial nerve paralysis and is currently treating the condition with physical therapy.

Microcredit Financing

Jose Canil Ramos has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $250 and the most recent for $2100. Proceeds were used to invest in wood, saws, paints, and sandpaper for production.

Preserving Traditions

Jose is a very talented wood carver. He first learned when he was just ten years old from his father. This art has been passed down for generations and Jose plans to continue the tradition and teach his son how to carve.

Moving On Up

Jose's work helps generate employment opportunities for those in his community. With the sales from NOVICA, he can employ other artisans and help change the lives of his workers.

Job Creator

Jose hires several people in his community which provides them with a stable income for supporting their families.

Meet the Artist

Jose Canil Ramos Wood sculptures

(170)

"Most of the time I work with the idea of something, rather than with its photo, because I feel it hampers my inspiration and then I'm not happy with the final product."

"I was born on May 25, 1981 in Chichicastenango and I learnt my craft from my father. He used to carve masks and saints to sell at the Chichi... read more