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Puerto Rico Art vintage Santo de Palo wood carving San Sebastian -Ernesto Rivera
This vintage “Santo de Palo” of San Sebastian is in good condition. The wood is solid and well painted, with a detailed face, drops of blood, ribbed chest and smooth skin. The right arm has a small crack at the shoulder (See photo). There’s a slight crack on the left wrist (See photo) which is […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art vintage wood carving of AfroLatina tallado en madera
This wood carving of an “Afroantillana” (Black Latina) is in very good condition, no damage to the wood. The woman’s post earrings, tight-knit hair, and beautifully detailed facial features were carved by a Puerto Rican artisan sometime in the 1980’s or early 1990’s. The artist did not sign it. Bust is 4 3/4 in high […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art wood carving talla madera Vendiendo Flores by Neftale Negron
The man’s well chiseled face bears a slight smile. The carving has no cracks, chips or damage and the paint is bright and even. He signed it and the wrote the date on the bottom of the base (See photo).
Read morePuerto Rico Art vintage wood carving Jibaro Pilando Cafe Neftale Negron -Tallado
Master wood carver Nefale Negron created this “estampa puertorriquena” of a farmer grinding coffee (jibaro pilando cafe) sometime in the 1970’s-1980’s. Despite its age, the piece is in excellent condition. The “jibaro” moves slightly. He can be glued down if desired, but there is no need because he’s sturdy. Negron’s signature is on the bottom […]
Puerto Rico Art vintage Santo de Palo wood carving by Domingo Orta
It’s a rare find and in very good condition. There is one tiny insect hole on the right side of the base (See photo) It is one of Orta’s earliest works as seen by the fact that it’s unpainted and his wife Santia was the one who began painting his carvings.
Read morePuerto Rico Art 1984 wood carving Three Kings -Tres Reyes Magos Santos de Palo
This 1984 wood carving (Santos de Palo) of the Three Wise Men was made by Pedro Martinez. It’s in excellent condition, no chipping, cracks, peeling or warping. The base may be made of Cedar wood (See photos), is very solid and quite heavy for its size. The Three Kings may also be carved out of […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art vintage wood carving talla en madera Congero Neftale Negron
This wood carving of a conga player (congero) was made sometime in the 1980’s by Neftale Negron. It’s in excellent condition, no cracks or chips. The detailed carving has a light varnish, evenly applied. Negron stamped his name and address on the bottom of the base (See photo). Neftale lived there all his life. His […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art Domino Players wood carving talla de madera Neftale Negron
This 5-piece set of domino players was carved in wood in the early 1980’s by Neftale Negron Marrero. It is in very good condition, no cracks or chipping. The paint is bright and even. The pieces are beautifully crafted with much detail. Each domingo player has a distinctive pose and facial expression -See Photos. Three […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art 1992 wood carving St Raphael by Carlos Vazquez Santo de Palo
This “Santo de Palo” of the archangel St. Raphael is in good condition despite missing its wings and fish (See photos). Fish should have been hanging on a string from his left hand (See photo of hole where the string would have hung). There is no damage to the actual figure. He wrote his signature, […]
Read morePuerto Rico Art vintage wood carving Santo de Palo
It is in excellent condition. This item is in the category “Art\Art Sculptures”. The seller is “latinoart” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide. Size: Small Region of Origin: Puerto Rico Handmade: Yes Artist: Rivera family Production Technique: Carving Country/Region of Manufacture: Puerto Rico Custom Bundle: No Item Height: […]
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