Bertha Cruz: Floral Owl Woodcarving Blackware Dimensions: 6''Tall 3''Long 3''Wide

Dimensions: 6''Tall 3''Long 3''Wide

with subtle gradations across the shoulders and flanks that suggest warmth and weight

And the leaves

and geometric suns wrap the cat like a patchwork of tiny textiles

meticulously painted water droplets dance across her body

Bertha Cruz: Floral Owl Woodcarving Blackware Dimensions: 6''Tall 3''Long 3''WideThis beautiful owl carving by Oaxaca artist Bertha Cruz is a feast for the eyes, combining bold geometry with delicate floral motifs. The owl's spread wings are canvases for her intricate designs, where roses bloom in radiant shades of pink and purple, framed by black and white patterns that create striking contrast. Every surface of the piece is alive with detail: spirals, zigzags, checkered bands, and stylized feathers merge into a kaleidoscope of