Toucan
Toucan
Toucan

Toucan


Collection

A.V. Shirk Collection


Identifier

SH113


Artist

Familia Jimenez Ojeda


Description

This toucan is made of hand carved wood and painted with bright acrylic colors. It was created by a member of the Jimenez Ojeda family, possibly Maria Jimenez Ojeda, from San Martin Tilcajete Ocotlan, Oaxaca. The Jimenez Ojeda family are masters of wood carving and known for their vibrant and detailed painting, creating pieces that have a surreal look to them. 


Medium

wood

Width

6in

Height

8in

Length

7in

Where Made (Region)

San Martin Tilcajete Ocotlan, Oaxaca

Where Made (Country)

Mexico

Related place

Mexico

How Acquired

Donation

When Acquired

Feb 20 2019

Name of Donor

Austin Friends of Folk Art