This
charming Tamandua (Anteater),” or folk art wood carving from Oaxaca,
Mexico, dates from the 1970s. It's got tons of lively character, as you
can see.It is a unsigned piece. But as you can see the detail is wonderful. There is something about this llittle guy that I think is amazing. Condition is very good overall although this piece is obviously hand
carved and hand painted folk art--that's part of its charm. He is unsigned but please look at the pictures as they are part of the descriptions.
A wonderful early Oaxacan piece that'll make you smile.
Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s largest and poorest states, yet its folk
art traditions is among the riches. Oaxacans have carved toys and masks
for hundreds of years, but it is only recently that their magical wood
carvings have captured the imaginations of collectors and enthusiasts
all over the world. Unsurpassed for originality and wizardry, Oaxacxan
wood carvings have become a prized folk ar
It measures about 8 1/2“ long x 7 1/2“ to the tips of the tail.