This vivacious hen, carved and painted by Avelino Pérez, radiates the joyful spirit of Oaxacan folk art. Avelino, celebrated as the Master Carver of Hens and Roosters fromLa Unión, Oaxaca, has developed a distinctive style that turns the everyday charm of barnyard birds into lively, expressive works of art.
The sculpture is a perfect example of his mastery, a dynamic hen caught mid-peck, with wings lifted as if ready to flutter. The surface is alive with vivid patterns: black speckled with turquoise blue dots, wings edged in bright green and red, and orange legs that give the piece a rhythmic balance. Each brushstroke reveals the artist’s confident hand and his deep understanding of movement and form.
Art from La Unión, a small town located far from Oaxaca City, is known for its rustic strength and bold simplicity. Avelino’s work exemplifies this tradition, blending humor, vitality, and cultural symbolism into every carving.
