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Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament, "Hummingbird Song"

Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico hand-paint this charming... more

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Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico hand-paint this charming hummingbird alebrije ornament sky blue with red details on the tail and multicolor designs on the body. Hanging from a yellow ribbon, the bird is crafted from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

  • 20 grams
  • 0.71 oz
  • Each: 8 cm H x 15 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • Each: 3.1" H x 6" W x 4.1" D
  • Ribbon length: 11 cm L
  • Ribbon length: 4.3" L

  • Copal wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Signed by the artist
  • Some assembly required
  • Warning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
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Margaret

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07/31/2018

"So sweet!"

Absolutely love this sweet little hummingbird! Since we have so many in our yard & on our feeders I thought this would be a nice addition to our indoor decor & I was right. It?s perfect!

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  • Decor

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Hummingbird Song, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament

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Beau

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03/21/2024

"Yet ANOTHER Great Sculpture"

Now have a dozen in house or gifts sculpted by Jesus and Roxanne. Easily my favorite alebreje artists. Have all the coyotes and monkeys so a domestic dog is a great change!

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Kaori

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08/14/2023

"Wonderful"

It was a very delicate and wonderful work with detailed details.

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Bert

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06/26/2023

"Love it!"

Great looking alebrije with beautiful colors!A++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Little Burro, Hand Painted Burro Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

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Rose

From Austin, TX, USA

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05/31/2023

"Colors Just Pop!,Colors Just Pop!"

I love goats and this one is perfect! The colors are vibrant and the carving is fantastic. I love it!,I love goats and this one is perfect! The colors are vibrant and the carving is fantastic. I love it!

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  • Decor,Decor

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Beau

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05/29/2023

"EVERY Sculpture is the BEST"

EVERY sculpture from Jesus and Roxana is THE BEST --- have well over a dozen!

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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

Enabling Education

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

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Job Creator

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

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Caring for Children

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

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Young Talent

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

 
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