Puerto Rico Art 1984 wood carving Three Kings -Tres Reyes Magos Santos de Palo

  

This 1984 wood carving (Santos de Palo) of the Three Wise Men was made by Pedro Martinez. It's in excellent condition, no chipping, cracks, peeling or warping.

The base may be made of Cedar wood (See photos), is very solid and quite heavy for its size. The Three Kings may also be carved out of cedar. Measurements: Each figure measures 10 7/8 inches High without the base and is 3 3/8 in Wide. With the base, each figure is 12 1/2 inches High. The wooden base measures 12 1/4 inches Wide, 5 inches Deep and 1 1/2 inches High.

Artesano Pedro Martinez signed his name and wrote the date on the the base (See photos). Little is known of Martinez except that he is Puerto Rican. This item is in the category "Art\Art Sculptures". The seller is "latinoart" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

1. Artist: Pedro Martinez
2. Unit of Sale: Single Piece
3. Signed By: Pedro Martinez
4. Size: Small
5. Signed: Yes
6. Custom Bundle: No
7. Title: Three Wise Men/Los Tres Reyes Magos
8. Material: Wood
9. Region of Origin: Puerto Rico
10. Subject: Religious
11. Type: Sculpture
12. Format: Statue
13. Year of Production: 1984
14. Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
15. Item Height: 12 1/2 in (with base)
16. Style: Folk Art
17. Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
18. Production Technique: Carving
19. Country/Region of Manufacture: Puerto Rico
20. Handmade: Yes
21. Item Width: 12 1/4 in (base)
22. Culture: Puerto Rican
23. Time Period Produced: 1980-1989