Salvador Baca: Spectacular Marbled Zen Mata Ortiz Talavera This figurine beautifully blends Catholic

This figurine beautifully blends Catholic devotion with the rich tradition of Mexican folk art

carved from one uninterrupted piece of wood

Luis is recognized for his innovative wood sculptures and contemporary use of color and painting techniques

Isabel is highly regarded as one of the most talented painters of alebrijes

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Salvador Baca: Spectacular Marbled Zen Mata Ortiz Talavera This figurine beautifully blends CatholicMagnificent marbled clay olla by Mata Ortiz master Salvador Baca. This extraordinary piece showcases Salvador's most distinctive technique layers of differently colored clays worked together to create a naturally marbled surface that swirls across the vessel like flowing water or desert strata. No two pieces are ever alike, and the organic movement of the clay itself is part of the composition. Over this mesmerizing ground, Salvador carves bold