Highly intricate, hand-carved wooden mask representing Chaac

This is a highly intricate, hand-carved wooden mask representing Chaac (or Chac), the Mayan god of rain, lightning, and storms. The craftsmanship features deep relief carving and a vibrant, traditional polychromatic color scheme.
This is a highly intricate, hand-carved wooden mask representing Chaac (or Chac), the Mayan god of rain, lightning, and storms. The craftsmanship features deep relief carving and a vibrant, traditional polychromatic color scheme.

- This carved piece is inspired by Mesoamerica Art.
- 100% Hand-crafted on cedar wood by an artesano of Mayan descendants in Yucatan Mexico.
- It comes with wall attachment hardware, and can also be placed on a flat surface.
- We make this item in many other sizes. Please contact shop owner for customization request.
- This item can’t be worn as a mask, home décor purposes only.
- Note: The item is handmade thus you may notice a minimum difference in patterns on pictures shown.

Key Visual Features
The Long Proboscis: The most striking feature is the prominent, downward-curving nose, which is a signature attribute of Chaac, often symbolizing the falling of rain or a lightning bolt.

Facial Structure: The mask features large, circular earspools (flares) on either side and squared-off, stylized eyes. Below the nose, the mouth area shows curved elements that may represent fangs or the movement of water.

Color Palette: The piece utilizes a bold "Mayan Blue" (a bright turquoise), deep terracotta reds, ochre yellows, and forest greens. These colors are historically significant in Mesoamerican art, often derived from mineral pigments.

Symbolic Headdress: The top and sides are adorned with geometric patterns and scrollwork (volutes) that represent clouds, wind, and celestial cycles.

Artistic Significance
This style of sculpture is closely associated with the Puuc architectural style found in ancient cities like Uxmal and Chichen Itza, where stone "Chaac masks" frequently decorate the corners of temples. The wood used here appears to have a fine grain—likely a tropical hardwood such as cedar or mahogany—finished with a smooth satin sheen that highlights the natural wood tones alongside the painted sections.