Milagros: Saint Therese of the Child Jesus saints

Milagros: Saint Therese of the Child Jesus saintsThis rustic hand carved wood sculpture portrays Saint Thrse of Lisieux, also known as The Little Flower of Jesus, in a heartfelt and folk inspired style. The figure, painted in bright tones of yellow and black, holds a cross adorned with colorful flowers, symbolizing her profound yet straightforward devotion to Christ. Her serene, closed eyed expression evokes peaceful contemplation and deep inner prayer. The surface of her robe is richly adorned with

Lovely little hen by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Nicolas Morales

while the body is covered in intricate bands of Mixe-inspired designs: little triangles

sharpening the silhouette and giving the jaguar a ceremonial

The bat carries deep roots in Mexican tradition

Deep raspberry pink covers everything

each toe individually resolved in twisted wire

it’s seen as a symbol of renewal

It is witty

Though often covered in yarn or beads

the long hind legs spread in perfect bilateral symmetry

The painted design is so beautiful and unique

and this iguana proves it