Chiva Nahual

The impeccable billy goat shapeshifter, adorned in maroons and greens, possesses the uncanny ability to transform into any creature, often utilizing this skill to pilfer from unsuspecting villagers, as depicted in the folklore tales of San Martin. Using ixtle cactus fiber, Inocencio expertly crafts the tail and beard of his iconic figures, known as "el nahual". These exquisite creations truly deserve a place in a Mexican Folk Art museum. • Carved by Hand with Simple Tools • Thoroughly Sanded to a Porcelain Finish • Painstakingly Painted by Hand • Confidently Signed by the Artist • Veritable Oaxacan Carving made from prized Copal Wood • All in one single piece carving with Ixtle Cactus fiber tail and beard • Origin of This Carving is the village of San Martin Tilcajete • Museum Grade One of a Kind Mexican Folk Art Dimensions Approx 5" L x 5" tall (Small-Medium) Since 1998 Port Wahakaa has been shipping Oaxacan Woodcarvings worldwide.  See our recent reviews.