Luis Pablo: Abundance Frog Woodcarving

This frog, carved by renowned Oaxaca artist Luis Pablo, is crouched with its back legs raised and front legs steady, ready to jump. The pose highlights what makes frogs special: their quiet focus just before they leap. This piece takes inspiration from Jin Chan, the well-known Chinese money frog in feng shui, which is said to appear near homes that are about to receive good luck. The coin in its mouth is the main symbol, signifying wealth and prosperity entering. Traditionally, Jin Chan faces into the home, so the coin is always brought inside. The design features bold shapes. The frog’s bright green body has lighter green spots and a clean yellow stripe along its back and jaw. Each side shows a bold black stripe with red dots and small white details, which is a signature of Luis Pablo. The yellow belly, orange toes with white tips, and bright pink mouth all stand out. Some details make it clear this is Luis Pablo’s work. The eyes are shiny and balanced, with a sharp blue ring on black and a white highlight that gives the frog an alert look. The coin is carved from the same piece of wood, not added later, which shows the artist’s skill. The whole sculpture fits in your hand. A frog about to leap, holding a coin in its mouth, is ready to bring you good fortune! Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 2.5''Tall 5''Long 3.5''Wide