The town of Paete in the province of Laguna is very famous for its wood carvers. Many religious statues are done here as well. I paid a visit to one such workshop on a recent visit to the Philippines.
Padre Pio is pretty much in demand here. That's him in the back, still lacking a head and hands.
Etching the elaborate designs of Padre Pio's traditional Roman chasuble.
He has a handsome head and proper vestments, but I guess the hands come last.
Rows and rows of miniature Madonna and Child.
Ever wonder where many statues of St. Pedro Calungsod come from?
Whose workshop is this, Father?
ReplyDeleteCagayat, either Paloy or Caloy is his nickname
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