Oaxacan Woodcarving by Demetrio Cortes

This wonderful deer by Demetrio Cortes is hand-carved from the wood of the copal tree and painstakingly painted in stunning detail with a steady hand and brilliant acrylic colors. The end result is a one-of-a-kind work of art, whose quality is internationally recognized. Today the wood carvers of Oaxaca continue to delight generations with their whimsical designs and festive colors.