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Artisan Crafted Wood Alebrije Ornaments, "Oaxacan Sunrise"

Name: Artisan Crafted Wood Alebrije Ornaments, 'Oaxacan Sunrise'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 406051
Price: 118.55 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (102 reviews)

Product ID: 406051

by Jesus and Roxana Hernandez (102)

Working in the folk art tradition of alebrijes, Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create these beautiful ornaments. The four ornaments are... more

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Working in the folk art tradition of alebrijes, Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create these beautiful ornaments. The four ornaments are crafted from copal wood and carefully painted by hand with elabourate and colourful motifs.

0.22 kgs
0.5 lbs

Each: 7 cm H x 6 cm Diam.
Each: 2.8" H x 2.4" Diam.
Ribbon: 10 cm L
Ribbon: 3.9" L

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Copal wood, nylon ribbon
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 406051

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Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

Mexico

Artisan handcrafted Mexican alebrije sculptures

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102

Donna

From New Jersey, USA

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May 06, 2025

“Wonderful wonderful wonderful”

Hes just delightful! Hes larger than I expected and just glorious! As always, the wrapping was super fantastic and my precious creature was kept very safe and secure.

Purchased Item Exquisite Armadillo, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Armadillo Figurine

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Tracy

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Feb 25, 2025

“Adorable carvings”

These carvings are colorful and beautiful

Purchased Item Sweet Puppies, Painted Wood Alebrije Dog Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico

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Tracy

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Feb 25, 2025

“Beautiful elephant carving.”

I gave This beautiful elephant carving as a gift

Purchased Item Elephant Dream, Mexican Hand Painted Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine

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You can find our wood alebrije ornaments 'Oaxacan Sunrise' (set of 4) by Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in holiday decor & ornaments categories such as Hand Painted Ornaments, Folk Art Ornaments, Christmas Ornaments, Alebrije Ornaments and Wood Ornaments. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.

NOVICA Recognized Master

Roxana has been awarded 2nd place in the 2018 State Wood Carvings Contest as well as the 2015 Grand Master Award for the best Artisan Heritage piece of Mexico.

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Preserving Traditions

Roxana has flourished by continuing to use traditional techniques in her alebrije art and continues to pass down her craft to her grandchildren, as her elders had passed down to her.

Enabling Education

They financially support all four of their children through school so that they may have better opportunities in their future careers.

Job Creator

Roxana has been able to build her workshop over the years and now gives work to other artisans in her community.

Caring for Children

Jesus and Roxana are both incredibly dedicated parents and financially support their four children together.

Young Talent

This artist shows a lot of talent or potential and is in their late teens or twenties.

Meet the Artist

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez Artisan handcrafted Mexican alebrije sculptures

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"We believe that 'nothing ventured, nothing gained.' So we take on the challenge of creating innovative designs, and we experiment with different materials, some more complex than others."

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez come from a Zapotec community in Oaxaca. "In our village, most of the men and women are wood-carvers and we specialise... read more