This bold and powerful jaguar mask is a stunning example of highland Guatemalan folk art. Covered in vivid yellow with rhythmic black striping and red accents, it evokes the strength, agility, and sacred symbolism of the jaguar, a spiritual protector in Maya and indigenous traditions.
Hand-carved from a single block of wood and painted in meticulous layers, the mask features exaggerated feline features, piercing eye slits, and a dynamic arrangement of spots and curves. The blue rope ties at the back signal its use in traditional festivals, where masks like this animate dance, storytelling, and celebration.
With hand-whittled fangs and vivid contrast, this piece exudes energy and presence—ready to inhabit a gallery wall, sacred corner, or private collection.
