Manuel Denet Chavarria – Large Sheep Pair

I’ve had a number of Pangwkatsinam or Sheep pairs by Manuel Denet Chavarria and this may be the best. They have an endearing appearance and are quite large. The male is 14″ tall to the top of his horns and 6″ wide. The female is 11 3/4″ tall and 5 3/4″ wide ear to ear. Both have real sheep fleece on their heads. They are each carrying poles which represents their front legs when they appear ceremonially. The female has a painted canvas garment around her shoulders. These carvings are wall-hangers although they do stand with the help of a bit of museum putty. Manuel won Best of Class last year at Santa Fe’s Indian Market.