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Handcrafted Wood Mask, "Maya Rooster"

Name: Handcrafted Wood Mask, 'Maya Rooster'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 222639
Price: 144.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.98 (164 reviews)

Product ID: 222639

by Jose Canil Ramos (164)

"When I see this mask I'm reminded of the stories that my grandfather used to tell me about roosters," says José Canil of this whimsical... more

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"When I see this mask I'm reminded of the stories that my grandfather used to tell me about roosters," says José Canil of this whimsical mask. "Our Maya ancestors held the roosters in high regard because they were used in different rituals and ceremonies to make a petition or an offering." Canil first carves the pinewood mask by hand and then paints it white with multicoloured details.

0.73 kgs
1.6 lbs

29 cm H x 21 cm W x 16.5 cm D
11.5" H x 8.25" W x 6.5" D

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US/Imperial

Pinewood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 222639

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Jose Canil Ramos

Central America

Wood sculptures

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Confronting Adversity

Microcredit Financing

Preserving Traditions

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JOHN

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Apr 01, 2021

“Excellent piece. I like it very much”

The rooster is visually very striking and strong. Its a delightful image and looks great on ;studio wall

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Grce roth

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Feb 13, 2018

“stunning mask!”

Love Jose work. This mask looks great in our hall and receives many wonderful comments.

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Sheila

From Portage, MI

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Jan 07, 2025

“Skeleton Nativity”

I found the concept of a skeleton nativity rather bizarre at first. A couple of conversations concerning “thin places,” where life and death, present reality and the spiritual life intersect, brought me to a different understanding. The pieces are beautifully painted.

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Confronting Adversity

Jose suffers from a rare facial nerve paralysis and is currently treating the condition with physical therapy.

Microcredit Financing

Jose Canil Ramos has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $250 and the most recent for $2100. Proceeds were used to invest in wood, saws, paints, and sandpaper for production.

Preserving Traditions

Jose is a very talented wood carver. He first learned when he was just ten years old from his father. This art has been passed down for generations and Jose plans to continue the tradition and teach his son how to carve.

Moving On Up

Jose's work helps generate employment opportunities for those in his community. With the sales from NOVICA, he can employ other artisans and help change the lives of his workers.

Job Creator

Jose hires several people in his community which provides them with a stable income for supporting their families.

Meet the Artist

Jose Canil Ramos Wood sculptures

(164)

"Most of the time I work with the idea of something, rather than with its photo, because I feel it hampers my inspiration and then I'm not happy with the final product."

"I was born on May 25, 1981 in Chichicastenango and I learnt my craft from my father. He used to carve masks and saints to sell at the Chichi... read more