Luis Pablo: Northwest Coast Art Shark Oaxaca mexican pottery

Luis Pablo: Northwest Coast Art Shark Oaxaca mexican potteryThis spectacular shark by Luis Pablo looks as if it has just surged out of icy northern waters. Its sleek body is carved in a dynamic curve, and the open mouth with bright pink gums and perfectly carved teeth gives it an expressive, almost theatrical presence. The painting is a powerful tribute to Northwest Coast Indigenous artbold blocks of black, white, and layered blues create stylized eyes, fins, and abstract totemic forms that flow seamlessly

with just one or two butterflies drifting nearby

From it hangs another delicate string of papel picado

The carving is beautifully executed — the dog stands alert and upright

and black is superb

where two large medallions go down the spine

and social reflection

athletic body that feels full of movement despite its small size

so complex and delicate

with a gently rounded chest

5''Tall 11''Long 5''Wide

The carving is crisp and confident: sharp beak

Dimensions: 5''Tall 8''Long 4