On eBay Now...Vintage Mexican Tiger Jaguar Mask Hand Carved Wood Folk Art Oaxaca Mixtec For Sale
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Vintage Mexican Tiger Jaguar Mask Hand Carved Wood Folk Art Oaxaca Mixtec:
$245.00
Stunning Vintage Mexican "Tigre" (Jaguar) Ceremonial Folk Art Mask**Up for sale is a beautifully crafted, vintage Mexican hand-carved wooden mask depicting "El Tigre" (the Jaguar), traditionally used in regional festival dances like the Danza de los Tecuanes in the Mixtec regions of Oaxaca and Guerrero.This highly expressive piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship, featuring an oversized open mouth exposing detailed carved fangs and gums. It is vibrant and richly painted with traditional yellow-orange base coats and bold black stripes. The mask is fitted with striking inset glass eyes that give it an incredibly lifelike and fierce gaze.**Key Features:*** **Material:** 100% Hand-Carved Solid Wood
* **Origin:** Mexico (Oaxaca / Mixtec Style)
* **Era:** Mid-to-Late 20th Century
* **Details:** Inset factory glass eyes, multi-layered carved teeth, hollowed reverse side
* **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition with beautiful, rich coloration. Shows light, intentional aesthetic distressing/scuffs near the nose and chin that add to its rustic folk-art charm.Perfect as a striking wall-hanging statement piece for eclectic home decor, or as an addition to an ethnographic and Latin American folk art collection. Related Items:
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