There is a proliferation of woodcarving ranging from small to large scale. Practically all the town folks are involved in this business, either as factory workers or owners – a tradition that has been passed on from generation. The artistic ingenuity of Paete reputedly dates back to the pre-Spanish period, during which, the artists created mostly religious articles.
Skillful artisans patiently fashion lanite, amlang, kamagong, lauan, acacia and santol wood into world-class miniature décor items. The old creations of Paete are among the most valued antiques today. At present, Paete’s artists carve not only religious figures but also genre masterpieces, furniture and just about anything imaginable. The hard work that each Paete artist devotes to his craft indeed puts meaning to the words “made in Paete”.
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http://www.laguna.gov.ph/touristframe.htm
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