Luis Cruz: Beautiful Eagle Oaxaca gift cards The back of the olla

The back of the olla shifts mood entirely: a quieter scene of flowering plants and ferns painted directly on the cream ground

light and shadow

contemporary character full of life and imagination

allowing readers to engage with the imagery on its own terms

It is witty

Luis Cruz: Beautiful Eagle Oaxaca gift cards The back of the ollaThis forceful little eagle by Oaxacan artist Luis Cruz looks as if its just landed in a burst of light. The one piece carving is perfectly sculpted, compact yet dramatic, with wings lifted high and the head lowered into a hunting pose, full of focus and energy. The wings are a fan of layered feathers, each outlined and patterned in a different shade, so the whole piece shimmers and creates an incredible sense of movement. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: