Enchanting monkey wood carving by Oaxaca artist Bertha Cruz. Bertha Cruz is one of the best-known female woodcarving artists in Oaxaca. She has a style of her own that features an attractive painting that is unique to her. Frequently she incorporates ancient Zapotec codex symbols on her pieces, honoring her rich heritage. This lovely wooden sculpture has painted Zapotec fretwork, delicate little dots, and codex-like birds and deities.
