Wood Carved Folk Art Devil Figures from Mexico, 1980s

Painted ceramic hen whistle from Morelos, Mexico, 1980s. These figure were available in the traveling carnivals in the early 1980s.

Set of 3 ceramic carnival animal figures / whistles from Morelos, Mexico. These colorful figures were hand crafted and hand painted using paint glaze. The lively pieces were prominent in the 1980´s and 1990´s. Some of the whistles...

Set of 3 ceramic carnival animal figures from Morelos, Mexico. These colorful figures were hand crafted and hand painted using paint glaze. The lively pieces were prominent in the 19...

Set of 3 ceramic carnival animal figures / whistles from Morelos, Mexico. These colorful figures were hand crafted and hand painted using paint glaze. The lively pieces were prominen...

Hardwood wagon wheel from the state of Puebla, Mexico, circa early 19th century. The wagon wheel is from the colonial era. Most colonial wheels contain ir...

Hand carved Primitive low table from Central Yucatan, circa 1970s. This round table displays a fine example of precision, symmetry and beauty. All ...

This Folk Art piece is a beautiful representation of the Candela festivity in Yanhuitlan, Oaxaca. A folkloric wall hanging representation of musicians, dancers, and tradition. Artist Manuel Reyes...

A magnificent life-size Mexican folk art hand carved and painted wood body dance mask, in the form of a mermaid, dating to the early 20th century, most likely originating in Guerrero, Mexico. Featuring a large nude female form, exquisitely detailed throughout, including intricately painted eyes, sculpted wavy hair and rich polychrome decorated scaled tail mounted with fish figure, having cutout for wearing around waist, moderately hollowed body reduces overall weight, and arms jointed at the shoulder allowing the arms to rotate and freely move when worn. Retaining later looped wires for hanging from the ceiling or wall. Great original antique / vintage condition with expected heavily distressed patina and chippy paint finish losses. All wear consistent with age and indicative of use. Provenance / Acquisition: From the collection of Mrs. Bettye Wellons, Austin, Texas. Acquired from highly reputable auction house Austin Auction Gallery, established in 1983, Austin, Texas. 2022 Texas Mansion Carved Antiques & Decor catalog. Overall dimensions: (approx) Raised on arms angled back with back head up...

Large American Folk Art carved pine wood sculpture of an elephant or donkey with raised ears. Measures: 37.75" H x 31.5" W x 30.5" D.

Hand-carved owl sculpture of hardwood - perfectly carved and finished to a rich lustrous sheen. Perfect for any shelf as a focal point or added to books and art.

A whimsical and bold 20th century American Folk Art cared wood sculpture depicting a stylized seated cat with a long neck, expressive face, and a beautiful chip carved surface. It cr...

3-660 hand carved hardwood Cambodian princess.