Alberto Jimenez: Tall Praying Angel Day of the Dead ArtPraying guardian angel by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Alberto Jimenez Ojeda, from the woodcarving village of San Martn Tilcajete. Alberto comes from one of the great woodcarving families of Oaxaca; his sister is Mara Jimnez, one of the most celebrated painters in the tradition, and angels are among his most personal and accomplished works, pieces he carves together with his wife. This angel stands in prayer, eyes cast slightly downward, her expression
In the woodland tradition of Mexican folk art
The floral motifs crowning the skull represent rebirth and nature’s eternal renewal
Of all the figures in his repertoire
and paints every woodcarving himself
creating a sophisticated piece that feels both contemporary and deeply rooted in northern Mexico’s archaeological past
covered in fine pre-Columbian geometric patterning
Dimensions: 18''Tall 27''Long 7''Wide
Dimensions: 6''Tall 6''Long 3
the piece carries real weight
Dimensions: 7''Tall 7''Long 1
His work not only preserves cultural artistry but also helps to protect the planet
compact bird is beautifully painted in deep red and blue
