Inspired by our planet, our home and life itself. This is a piece that reminds us to show respect and love for the environment and all its living beings. The bears represent animals in danger of extinction and reflect fear on their faces.
Artist: RAFAEL ZURDO XAJAP
Rafael was born in Chuarrancho, Guatemala. In 1961, at the age of 8, he began to work in agriculture. At that time, he went with his father to the Motagua River, where he collected stones of different sizes and colors, this is where his passion for jade began. From 1980 to 1985, he worked at Jade Maya and created many beautiful pieces.