Miguel Santiago: African Giraffe Alebrije mexican figurines balanced on almost nothing

balanced on almost nothing

Two white candles flank the image

Antonio Alonso is one of Oaxaca’s rising masters of cartonería

it feels especially apt

a top woodcarving artist from Oaxaca

Miguel Santiago: African Giraffe Alebrije mexican figurines balanced on almost nothingMiguel Santiago created this gorgeous resting giraffe sculpture. Miguel Santiago considered by some authors, the finest woodcarver in Oaxaca. He is well known for his unique figures and creativity. He has developed a style of his own, paying particular attention to the faces of his subjects. The eyes are not only painted but carved as well. This fabulous giraffe has a long curving neck giraffe that gives the sculpture so much character! Origin: Oaxaca