Ernesto Salazar Cedar Root Bulto Carving – Mary with the Crucified Christ

This cedar root bulto (a three-dimensional carving of a holy person) could be titled “Pieta” or “Mary with the Crucified Christ.” It was created by Ernesto Salazar, son of Leo Salazar. Based in Taos, New Mexico, Salazar is a prominent Santero known for his emotional, unpainted carvings that utilize the natural forms of native cedar wood. Please see pictures for condition details as the photos are considered part of the description.