Luis Pablo: Handcrafted Griffin Woodcarving owl Oaxaca artist Nicolas Morales created

Oaxaca artist Nicolas Morales created this gorgeous dog wood sculpture

creating pieces that collectors prize for their originality and cultural depth

this dog embodies the playful spirit of Oaxacan folk art

reconstructed by a single self-taught man in a small Chihuahuan village

Luis Pablo: Handcrafted Griffin Woodcarving owl Oaxaca artist Nicolas Morales createdThis magnificent griffin by Luis Pablo, a top Oaxacan master who carves and paints each piece himself, combines an eagle's front half with a lion's back half. The carved eagle features a curved golden beak, fierce blue rimmed eyes, and carved teardrop scales, while the lion has muscled haunches and a tufted tail. The wings fit into recessed grooves, allowing for easy handling and shipping. Luis Pablos signature textured paint enhances the piece, with