{"product_id":"oaxacan-deer-blas-family","title":"Oaxacan Deer Wood Carving by the Blas Family","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGraceful, Vivid \u0026amp; Alive with Oaxacan Magic\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stunning deer is hand-carved and painted by the \u003cstrong\u003eBlas Family\u003c\/strong\u003e, celebrated folk artists from the Oaxacan Valley of Southern Mexico — where the ancient Zapotec tradition of Copal wood carving brings the natural world to life in ways that are anything but ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEight Inches of Hand-Painted Elegance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStanding 8\" tall with a 3\" body length, this deer has a commanding, graceful presence. The Blas Family begins with raw Copal wood from the hills surrounding the valley, shaping each piece by hand with machetes and pocket knives before spending days hand-sanding and painting every surface in vivid, fantastical detail — from the tips of the antlers to the hooves. The result is a deer that feels both wild and wonderfully alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved from Copal wood by the Blas Family of Oaxaca\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainted entirely by hand with bold, imaginative color and intricate pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn original artwork — no two pieces are identical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" tall × 3\" long — a striking display piece with real presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sought-after collector's item with proven appreciation in value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Symbol of Grace for Any Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe deer is one of the most beloved subjects in Oaxacan folk art — its elegant form and antlered silhouette translate beautifully into the Blas Family's bold, colorful style. Whether displayed on a shelf, mantle, or alongside other Oaxacan carvings, this piece brings warmth and artistry to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarthView sources only the finest carvings directly from the best artists in the Oaxacan Valley — this is authentic folk art, not a reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOaxacan is pronounced \"Wa-Haw-Ken.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earthview","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48624921084096,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0403\/4435\/4972\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-16140432.png?v=1784236057","url":"https:\/\/galleriaoccidental.com\/products\/oaxacan-deer-blas-family","provider":"Galleria  ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}