Intricate hand-carved cedar wooden mask

This is a striking and intricate hand-carved wooden mask, likely inspired by Mayan or Aztec iconography. It features a "dual-image" design where a human skull is encased within the jaws of a powerful predator, specifically a jaguar.

- It comes in two main sizes: 23"x17"x8"; 20"x15"x8", or 15"x12"x7"
- This sculpture can stand firmly in a flat surface, or it can be hand on wall. It comes with a strong hook ready to be attached to a wall.
- 100% hand carved by an Artesano from Chiapas Mexico

Here is a detailed breakdown of the sculpture:
Central Imagery
The Skull: The centerpiece is a reddish-brown skull carved with a geometric, hexagonal pattern that mimics cracked earth or scales. It has hollow eye sockets and a row of blunt, wooden teeth.

The Jaguar Headdress: The skull is framed by the gaping maw of a black jaguar.

Upper Jaw: Features large, prominent fangs and a snout textured with fine dots and lines.

Eyes: The jaguar's eyes are inlaid with a vibrant turquoise-green material.

Lower Jaw: The bottom of the mask shows a bright red tongue extending over the lower lip, flanked by two additional upward-pointing fangs.

Craftsmanship & Details
Materials: The piece is made of cedar wood with various stains (black, reddish-brown, and natural light wood) and painted accents.

Ear Ornaments: On either side of the skull, there are carved circular earspools with dangling elements, common in Mesoamerican ceremonial attire.

Texture: The black surface of the jaguar has a "cracked" or "scaly" finish, adding a sense of age and organic detail.

Cultural Context
This style of mask represents the Jaguar Warrior (or Ocēlōtl in Nahuatl), symbolizing strength, bravery, and the transition between life and death. The jaguar was a sacred animal in Mesoamerica, believed to be a protector and a creature capable of moving between the earthly realm and the underworld.