A Commanding Presence from the Oaxacan Valley
This large, magnificently detailed sea turtle is hand-carved and painted by Rosy Diaz of the celebrated Diaz Family, folk artists from the Oaxacan Valley of Southern Mexico — where the ancient Zapotec tradition of Copal wood carving transforms nature into breathtaking, one-of-a-kind art.
Seven Inches of Hand-Painted Mastery
At 7" wide and 4" from head to tail, this sea turtle commands any shelf, mantle, or display case it occupies. Rosy Diaz 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 — the shell, flippers, head, and tail — in vivid, fantastical detail that only grows richer the closer you look.
- Hand-carved from Copal wood by Rosy Diaz of Oaxaca
- Painted entirely by hand with intricate, imaginative detail across every surface
- An original artwork — no two pieces are identical
- Large format: 7" wide × 4" head to tail — a true statement piece
- A highly sought-after collector's item with proven appreciation in value
A Centerpiece Worth Collecting
The sea turtle is a beloved symbol of longevity, wisdom, and good fortune — and at this size, Rosy Diaz's artistry has room to truly shine. Whether displayed solo or alongside other Oaxacan carvings, this piece anchors any collection with grace and color.
EarthView sources only the finest carvings directly from the best artists in the Oaxacan Valley — this is authentic folk art, not a reproduction.
Oaxacan is pronounced "Wa-Haw-Ken."