Carolina Sandoval & Kengi: Carnaval Monkey Woodcarving Ceramic Vase

Carolina Sandoval & Kengi: Carnaval Monkey Woodcarving Ceramic VaseThis joyful alebrije by Carolina Sandoval captures the spirit of celebration and cultural pride. A vibrantly painted monkey, rich in greens, purples, and aquamarine, carries a white calenda balloon adorned with miniature papel picado style pennants in festive hues. Carolina sewed the balloon by hand. The monkey itself is carved in a lively, animated posture, with wide, curious eyes and finely painted textures that reflect Carolina's signature style:

making them one of the most visually arresting lizards on the planet

delicate hummingbirds glide between radiating flowers

tiny silver-colored charms in the shape of hearts

and glowing accents at the ears that make the expression feel alive

5''Long 8''Wide

from the rounded haunches to the alert ears pressed back against its head

Jorge then turns it into a jewel: every scale is outlined in bright lime green and filled with its own geometric pattern

Day of the Dead figures

geometric motifs

A wonderful piece from one of the great masters of the tradition

and just a bit mischievous

honors the cycle of life