Maíz Sagrado (Sacred Corn)

A tribute to life, sustenance, and tradition, Maíz Sagrado by José Cruz Sánchez honors the sacred role of corn in Mesoamerican culture. Carved with precision into a natural jícara, this piece features a repeating pattern of golden maize ears, each husk defined by fine linework and bold contrast. The design is both decorative and reverent — capturing the rhythmic geometry of kernels and the quiet power of the harvest. The yellow and black palette evokes the richness of the earth and sun, while the circular form symbolizes cycles of planting, growth, and renewal. Resting on a black wooden base, the sculpture stands as a timeless offering — a reminder of our roots and the hands that feed us.