cultural sculpture

A legacy of exquisite wooden craftsmanship melds seamlessly with local culture and tradition in the department of Sacatepequez, Guatemala. There, the art of wooden fruit carving reigns supreme, as shown by Victor Hugo Lopez’s exceptional cypress wood cantaloupe figurine brought to life with vivid hand-painted details and expertly carved curves. An emblem of his homeland's rich cultural heritage, this colourful decorative accent promises to elevate any space and infuse it with a burst of creative spirit.

The department of Sacatepequez in Guatemala is renowned for its exquisite wooden crafts that capture the essence of local culture and tradition. At the heart of this heritage artform is fruit carving, brought to irresistible life by master artisan Victor Hugo Lopez. His stunning cypress wood peach figurine celebrates the juicy bounty of Sacatepequez orchards through vibrant hand-painted details and expert carving that perfectly captures the luscious curve of ripe fruit. This must-have accent piece is carved and finished entirely by hand, elevating any space with the creative spirit of Guatemala's rich cultural heritage.

Indulge your senses with this fascinating plum figurine hand-painted and carved from cypress wood by Guatemalan artisan Victor Hugo Lopez. Paying tribute to the department of Sacatepequez’s revered wooden fruit carvings, this fabulous decorative accent is the ultimate statement piece to infuse your space with a pop of colour and rich cultural tradition.

Many cultures around the world associate monkeys with intelligence and community, often making these cheeky creatures powerful gods. Bali's Komang Sri draws inspiration from them and hand-carves a jempinis wood statuette in a brown tone. The final touch is the ear of corn placed in the hands of the monkey, symbolizing prosperity.

Lady Catrina is ready to enjoy the Day of the Dead and the summer season with a sublime pink dress adorned with floral details, all crafted and painted by master artisan Jorge Escamilla from Mexico. Inspired by the joyous days in the region, the artisan uses ceramic to craft this charming sculpture that portrays this graceful lady on a sunny day, eating a watermelon piece.