Milagros: Our Lady of Guadalupe Sculpture Woodcarved mata olla and sacred symbols

and sacred symbols

This stunning woodcarved wasp is a little explosion of color and elegance

butterflies and birds

Its shell is a burst of color

adorned with intricate geometric patterns that shimmer in the light

Milagros: Our Lady of Guadalupe Sculpture Woodcarved mata olla and sacred symbolsThis charming rustic sculpture depicts Our Lady of Guadalupe, the beloved patroness of Mexico and the Americas. Hand carved from wood in Michoacn, Mexico, this folk art figure captures the Virgin's serene expression and traditional pose with her hands joined in prayer. Her iconic cloak, painted in rich green and gold, is decorated with dozens of milagros, tiny silver toned metal charms shaped like stars, birds, hearts, ears of corn, and other sacred