Javier Jimenez: Masterpice Circuitry Cat

This masterpiece, cat by Javier Jimenez, shows why he is considered one of Oaxaca’s top woodcarvers. Every surface is covered with intricate hand-painted designs—geometric fretwork, cross-hatched textures, and spirals that flow gracefully across the body and tail. The warm palette of reds, ochres, and golds is accented with deep blues and purples, giving the piece a timeless, almost regal presence. On the face, Javier paints a dense reddish pattern of tiny, evenly spaced dots and lines that feels like an electronic motherboard, as if the cat were lit from within by delicate circuits.  It’s a striking contrast: ancient, Zapotec-inspired geometry on the body and a quietly futuristic, “digitally” textured face. Javier’s precision and patience are evident in every line—his superb painting technique transforms this sculpture into an exquisite piece of fine folk art that feels both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly contemporary. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 6.5''Tall  5.5''Long 3.5''Wide