Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving cat figurine its stylized beak and eye

its stylized beak and eye forming a dynamic spiral that suggests movement and wind

Created by Oaxaca artist Lucero Fuentes

Origin: Jalisco

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Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving cat figurine its stylized beak and eyeThis delicate bat by Francisco Morales of Arrazola, Oaxaca, captures both the mystery and beauty of the night. This one piece copal woodcarving, with its elegant wings spread wide, reveals fascinating geometric patterns in shades of yellow gold, green, and warm ochre. Francisco Morales is a first generation Oaxacan woodcarving artist and the father of renowned carvers Nicolas and Max Morales. A pioneer in his familys artistic legacy, Francisco helped