This spectacular axolotl by César Melchor looks like it just swam out of a dream. Its long, sleek body is covered in radiant geometric patterns that shift from deep water blues and greens at the head to warm oranges, yellows, and pinks along the back and tail.
The “flower of life” design on its body gives the piece a sense of movement and light, as if the axolotl were glowing from within.
An axolotl is a Mexican salamander that spends its whole life in the water. It’s native to the ancient lake system of Mexico City and is famous for its ability to regenerate limbs, tail, and even parts of its heart and spine. Because of this, it’s seen as a symbol of renewal, resilience, and quiet strength in Mexican culture.
