Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving cat figurine Carolina and Kengi are married

Carolina and Kengi are married

tail raised high with irresistible attitude

its stylized beak and eye forming a dynamic spiral that suggests movement and wind

In a single object

Created by Oaxaca artist Lucero Fuentes

Francisco Morales: Guardian of the Night Bat Woodcarving cat figurine Carolina and Kengi are marriedThis delicate bat by Francisco Morales of Arrazola, Oaxaca, captures both the mystery and beauty of the night. This one piece copal woodcarving, with its elegant wings spread wide, reveals fascinating geometric patterns in shades of yellow gold, green, and warm ochre. Francisco Morales is a first generation Oaxacan woodcarving artist and the father of renowned carvers Nicolas and Max Morales. A pioneer in his familys artistic legacy, Francisco helped