On the west side of Hwy 41, some 3.5km south of Volcán, you’ll spot this workshop where master carver and artist José de la Cruz González makes and sells exquisite signs, sculptures and furniture in mahogany and other woods, as well as impressive etchings on crystal and glass. José trained in fine arts in Italy and Honduras, and his work has been commissioned by buyers worldwide. Visitors are treated to his entertaining demonstrations.
Arte Cruz
Highlands
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