Nahual Toro hippopotamus complete with a sleek black

complete with a sleek black leather jacket

• Medium sized textured relief painting

it surpasses the technical difficulty of working with Copal

created colorful roosters like this purple-winged one standing proudly on a square base

Our diverse and vibrant sea creatures are unmatched by any other

Nahual Toro hippopotamus complete with a sleek blackGolden horned master of transformation, he Nahual, a shapeshifter, can change into a bull at will, adding to its mystique. In San Martin, even ordinary animals possess the ability to take on human form, a beloved folklore that is deeply ingrained in the village. Using ixtle cactus fiber, Inocencio expertly crafts the tail and beard of his iconic figures, known as "el nahual". These exquisite creations truly deserve a place in a Mexican Folk Art