Isabel Fabian: One-Piece Chameleon Sculpture Paquime

Isabel Fabian: One-Piece Chameleon Sculpture PaquimeThis stunning one piece chameleon sculpture is the creation of Isabel Fabian, a top woodcarving artist from Oaxaca. The beautifully carved dorsal crest is painted in gradated hues of orange and golden yellow, which contrast elegantly with the greens and reds of the body. I love the design of the head in black and gray, reminiscent of the Art Deco era. The coloring and painting are simply exquisite. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 6''Tall 10''Long 4. 5''Wide

its purple cap painted with swirling currents of violet

violet is considered a “fifth” color

Fine teal lines divide the surface into sections radiating from the small triangular opening at the top

5''Tall 6''Long 4''Wide

5''Long 2''Wide (pendant)

5''Tall 13''Long 11''Wide

amber yellow on the head with white polka dots

showcasing flawless linework

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Some 550 years later

a symbol of royal authority

Salvador carves bold stepped geometric motifs in the ancient Paquimé tradition