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Send to a friendMayan Jaina-Style Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Guatemala, "Mayan Noblewoman"
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Delivery EstimateA Mayan noblewoman sits atop a base in this sculpture from Guatemala, hand-carved of cedar wood in the style of traditional Jaina-style sculptures. Jaina refers to a small island off the coast of Mexico where a collection of pre-Columbian carvings and sculptures were found. Guatemalan artisan Nicolas Chavez Sojuel emulates the Jaina style, adding cultural details to the subject, such as an enlarged cranium, scars across the cheeks, and small bulges on the left shoulder, indicative of ancient Mayan body alterations that were popular at the time.
- 2.45 kgs
- 5.4 lbs
- 32.5 cm H x 20.6 cm W x 25 cm D
- 12.75" H x 8" W x 9.75" D
- Cedar wood
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Guatemala.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
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Becky
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03/09/2022
"Lovely sculpture"
Got it for my husband, who is a veteran and he loves it. Magnificently crafted.
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- This was a gift for: Husband
- Occasion: Christmas
Mari
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12/04/2020
"My husband loved it!!"
So beautifully carved--great size! This will be an heirloomWe will buy from this artists again. We love Novica..
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Rafael
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12/30/2019
"Master Piece on Wood"
Great sculpture!! Extremely happy with the order Mr. Chavez is a wood master. Highly recommend his job!Obra Maestra en MaderaEs una escultura grandiosa!! Muy satisfecho con la orden. El se?or Chavez es un maestro del trabajo en madera. Recomiendo su trabajo con mucho entusiasmo!
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Dr. Rajesh Balkrishnan
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04/15/2017
"Astonishing wood sculpture"
I own two of his crafted pieces and the details are absolutely breathtaking. A master of cultural wood carving.
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Dr. Rajesh Balkrishnan
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02/28/2017
"Astonishing archeological replicas in wood"
The love and care that goes into this wooden pieces needs to be seen to be believed. The details are astonishing and the pieces family heirlooms. One of the finest NOVICA artisans.
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