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Gov. Luis A. Ferre vintage wood carving by Jose & Neftale Negron Puerto Rico Art

Gov. Luis A. Ferre vintage wood carving by Jose & Neftale Negron Puerto Rico Art

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Ferre is in excellent condition. Face, chair, book and hands are well detailed (See photo). Colors are strong and wood smooth. Desk and base are lightly varnished. They signed their names on the bottom (See photo). He was the island’s third democratically elected governor. After serving as governor, he was elected to the Senate in 1977 and served until 1985…. Read more →

Puerto Rico Art vintage'80's wood carving Cristobal Colon by Neftale Negron

Puerto Rico Art vintage’80’s wood carving Cristobal Colon by Neftale Negron

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This stunning wood carving of Christopher Columbus was made by Puerto Rican Santero Neftale Negron sometime in the late 1980’s. It’s in excellent condition, no cracks, chips or imperfections. The actual carving has a slight varnish finish. Measures 5 7/8 inches high. The base measures 1 1/4 inches high. He is the son of Jose Negron, a master santero. This… Read more →