Luis Pablo: Ozomatli Monkey Sculpture Protect us Saint Benedictt framed by black-and-white patterns that

framed by black-and-white patterns that create striking contrast

grounding this sweet creature with a touch of boldness

the god Xolotl who refused to be sacrificed and hid in the waters of Xochimilco transformed into this strange

Cesar enhances this symbolic duality with his signature intricate patterns

had produced some of the most sophisticated pottery ever made in northern Mexico

Luis Pablo: Ozomatli Monkey Sculpture Protect us Saint Benedictt framed by black-and-white patterns thatThis charming monkey by top Oaxacan woodcarver Luis Pablo is utterly endearing. Crafted from copal wood, it captures the lively sense of motion that defines monkeys: appearing perfectly still for a moment before springing into action again. In Mesoamerican tradition, Ozomatli, the monkey, was honored as the patron of dance, music, and the artsa creature embodying playful energy and governed by Xochipilli, the god of celebration and flowers. Luis Pablo