Colourful Jaguar Mask Buddha_Statues with different households responsible for

with different households responsible for each stage: from rough sawing and shaping to detailed carving and final sanding

or even beachwear

revealing the original polished metal beneath

The position (Asana) for seated Buddhas is often this full lotus position with the feet resting on the thigh of the other leg and the soles facing upwards

This stunning statue has been hand crafted using the traditional 'lost wax' technique

Colourful Jaguar Mask Buddha_Statues with different households responsible forThe jaguar is a powerful symbol that is often seen in Mesoamerican artwork and iconography. Jaguar warriors were a high class Aztec military unit made up of men who had proven themselves on the battlefield with a focus on being adept at capturing enemy soldiers. These colourful Mexican masks are handmade in the traditional 'barro' style and are fired in a small kiln before being carefully hand painted. Specifications: 28cm 23cm 9cm Origin: Mexico