oaxacan wooden animals (19 items)
Blue Yonder
Blue and Green Carved Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Blue Yonder, Blue and Green Carved Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Always associated with knowledge beyond our own, owls are a natural fit to become alebrijes, members of a folk art traditional that paints animal wood sculptures in bright colours and intricate... read more$123.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Green Chameleon
Blue-Footed Green Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Green Chameleon, Blue-Footed Green Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Maybe this chameleon is stepping on something blue, or maybe his feet are very cold. Actually, he is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from wood and paints them in bright... read more$205.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Chameleon with the Blues
Blue and Orange Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Chameleon with the Blues, Blue and Orange Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
We all know that chameleons can change colour, but this might be a little extreme. Actually, the lizard is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from wood and paints them in... read more$205.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Blue Winged Owl
Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Blue Wings from Oaxaca
Blue Winged Owl, Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Blue Wings from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"Whoooo am I?" says this little owl. He needs a name, and you can give it to him. He is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from copal wood, then paints them in... read more$68.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Cat of the Moon and Water
Mexico Alebrije Mystical Cat Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Cat of the Moon and Water, Mexico Alebrije Mystical Cat Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zeny and Reyna
The moon illuminates a mysterious blue cat, while fish and turtles swim across its body. Invoking the power of the moon and water, Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into an exquisite... read more$941.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Cat Greeting
Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Blue Cat Greeting, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
Wearing bright red lipstick, a whimsical blue cat lifts her tail in greeting. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a... read more$136.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Playful Blue Kitten
Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Playful Blue Kitten, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
A whimsical blue kitten romps and plays. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije cat. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based... read more$135.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Hummingbird
Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Hummingbird, Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
A playful hummingbird soars skyward in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful... read more$110.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Perky Blue Parrot
Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Perky Blue Parrot, Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
A perky blue parrot alights on a tree branch. With wings spread, it flaunts flirty feathers in bright primary colours. Pablo and Lucy Mendez carry on the traditional alebrije folk art they learned... read more$383.99CADArtist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Blue Oaxaca Frog
Alebrije Style Frog Figurine Wood Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Blue Oaxaca Frog, Alebrije Style Frog Figurine Wood Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Zeny and Reyna
Poised and vigilant, this blue frog captivates with the vibrancy of Mexican artistry. Zeny and Reyna transform a branch of the copal tree into the whimsical creature and paint it by hand in the style... read more$82.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Zapotec Coyote
Mexico Alebrije Wild Dog Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zapotec Coyote, Mexico Alebrije Wild Dog Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zeny and Reyna
"All the different motifs we included to decorate this nighttime coyote are inspired by Zapotec glyphs related to the sun, water and life," Zeny and Reyna explain. They use the tip of a... read more$134.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Oaxaca Bull
Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture
Oaxaca Bull, Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This captivating copal wood alebrije sculpture of a majestic bull is exquisitely crafted by skilled artisans, Zeny and Reyna. Its vibrant colours, including shades of blue and purple, breathe life... read more$134.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Pouncing Cat
Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
Blue Pouncing Cat, Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"Look what I caught!" this cat seems to say. The playful feline is sculpted from copal wood, the classic for alebrije figures which are famous in the Central Valleys of the Mexican state of... read more$61.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Celestial Cat
Blue and Teal Alebrije Cat with Star-Like Patterns on Body
Celestial Cat, Blue and Teal Alebrije Cat with Star-Like Patterns on Body
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Whatever it is, this cat is ready to confront it! This fantastically coloured animal figure is an alebrije, a sculpture style made famous in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. He is signed by creators... read more$68.99CADArtist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Blue Dancing Frog
Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Frog Figurine Sculpture
Blue Dancing Frog, Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Frog Figurine Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This dancing frog, all in blue, captivates with the vibrancy of Mexican artistry. Zeny and Reyna transform a branch of the copal tree into the whimsical creature and paint it by hand in the style of... read more$109.99CADArtist: Zeny and Reyna
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue
Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue, Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Esteban Hernández
This young giraffe looks up in amazement at all the stars that appear on a clear night. This wooden Oaxaca alebrije is the creation of artist Esteban Hernandez and features fine detailed patterns in... read more$47.99CADArtist: Esteban Hernández
Ocean Dolphin
Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije
Ocean Dolphin, Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This excellent small dolphin sculpture is the original creation of Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. They work in the folk art style of alebrijes to carve the figurine from copal wood and... read more$79.99CADArtist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Blue Cat on a Bench
Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)
Blue Cat on a Bench, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)
Zapotec Dream Family Workshop
A playful little cat has taken over a bench in this unique sculpture from the Zapotec Dream Family Workshop in Mexico. Crafted in the style of alebrijes, a folk art style traditional to Oaxaca, the... read more$120.99CADArtist: Zapotec Dream Family Workshop
Blue Iguana
Hand Crafted Folk Art Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Iguana, Hand Crafted Folk Art Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an iguana. The sculpture is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad... read more$109.99CADArtist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez