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Vibrant Snail
Hand-Painted Snail Alebrije Wood Sculpture from Mexico
Vibrant Snail, Hand-Painted Snail Alebrije Wood Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
This vibrant, multicolored snail is hand-carved of copal wood and painted with an array of intricate dotted designs, carrying on the tradition of Mexican alebrije sculptures. Pablo and Lucy Mendez... read more£122.07£109.82Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Mother Opossum
Handmade Wood Alebrije Sculpture
Mother Opossum, Handmade Wood Alebrije Sculpture
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This marvelous alebrije sculpture is from Mexican artisans Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. Carved from copal wood, a mother opossum carries her three joeys on her back. The sculpture is painted by hand in... read more£151.09£135.15Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Happy Hummingbird
Handmade Floral Wood Bird Sculpture
Happy Hummingbird, Handmade Floral Wood Bird Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
"The hummingbird symbolizes happiness and good luck in this alebrije," say Zeny and Reyna of this original sculpture. Blossoming on a copal tree trunk, a ravishing pink bloom welcomes a... read more£169.11£152.04Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Green Hyena
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Green Hyena, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In tones of green, burgundy, and purple, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto a majestic hyena. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more£141.09£126.71Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Rabbit Handstand
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Rabbit Handstand, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In a variety of colours, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto an entertaining rabbit doing a handstand. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more£132.08£118.26Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Pink Iguana
Pink and Yellow Wood Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Pink Iguana, Pink and Yellow Wood Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This fantastical pink and yellow iguana alebrije from Oaxaca artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez seems unable to decide on a standard appearance, so it adopts several different facades. The sides look... read more£149.09£133.46Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Magical Rabbit
Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Magical Rabbit, Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Manuel Cruz
This dreamy alebrije figurine is the design of artisan Manuel Cruz. The rabbit is hand carved from copal wood and delicately hand painted using a maguey thorn for finer details in multicolor tones... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Manuel Cruz
Dreamy Hedgehog
Copal Wood Hedgehog Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Dreamy Hedgehog, Copal Wood Hedgehog Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Manuel Cruz
This unique hedgehog alebrije figurine is the design of artisan Manuel Cruz. The small figurine is hand carved from copal wood and delicately hand painted in black and white with tones of grey, using... read more£132.08£118.26Artist: Manuel Cruz
Bold Coyote
Oaxacan Wood Alebrije Statuette
Bold Coyote, Oaxacan Wood Alebrije Statuette
Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
In the 1930s in Oaxaca, Mexico, an artist named Pedro Linares fell ill. In his fevered dreams, he saw fantastical creatures--a lion with the head of a bird; a rooster with bull's horns. The colourful... read more£118.07£105.58Artist: Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
Lotus Elephant
Elephant Alebrije Figurine in Lotus Position
Lotus Elephant, Elephant Alebrije Figurine in Lotus Position
Teresita Gonzalez
This whimsical alebrije depicts an elephant sitting in a lotus position. Teresita Gonzalez of Mexico carves the creature from copal wood, and paints it masterfully by hand in myriad brilliant colours.... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Lotus Axolotl
colourful Axolotl Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Lotus Axolotl, colourful Axolotl Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
The exotic axolotl, sometimes called the 'Mexican walking fish', is rendered yet more exotic by being reproduced as an alebrije sitting in a lotus position. Teresita Gonzalez of Mexico carves the... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
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£141.09£126.71Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Mama Opossum
Mama Opossum Alebrije with Her Three Babies from Oaxaca
Mama Opossum, Mama Opossum Alebrije with Her Three Babies from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Mothers will do just about anything to ensure the welfare of their little ones. This mama opossum is no exception. She is an alebrije, a kind of fanciful wood animal that is famous in the Central... read more£141.09£126.71Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Spirited Coyote
Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico
Spirited Coyote, Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico
Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
A treasured addition to your cherished home décor collection, this irresistible Mexican alebrije figurine crafted into the form of an adorable coyote will surely add a touch of vibrancy and flair to... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
Island Coyote
Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine Hand-Painted in Cyan
Island Coyote, Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine Hand-Painted in Cyan
Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
A precious addition to your home decor collection, this exquisite Mexican alebrije figurine crafted in the shape of a mystic coyote will surely add a touch of energy and flair to any space. Carved... read more£122.07£109.82Artist: Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
Grey Deer
Handcrafted Alebrije Deer Sculpture in Grey from Mexico
Grey Deer, Handcrafted Alebrije Deer Sculpture in Grey from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Working in the tradition of alebrijes, Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna create this striking sculpture of a deer. Crouched on its back haunches, the deer is carved by hand of copal wood. This beautiful... read more£169.11£152.04Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Tortoise
Wood Alebrije Tortoise Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Blue Tortoise, Wood Alebrije Tortoise Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
By Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez, this charming alebrije tortoise offers guidance to those in the spirit world. The sculpture is carved of cedar wood, painted by hand with intricate designs to... read more£141.09£126.71Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Mythic Bull
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico
Mythic Bull, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic bull rears its head, featuring a hand-painted... read more£127.08£114.04Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Mythic Owl
Hand-Carved Alebrije Owl Sculpture from Mexico
Mythic Owl, Hand-Carved Alebrije Owl Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic owl spreads its colorful wings, featuring a... read more£130.08£116.57Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Viridian Deity
Hand-Painted Green and Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture
Viridian Deity, Hand-Painted Green and Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture
Esteban Hernandez
The sacred feathered snake, Quetzalcoatl, also visits Pedro Linares' fever dream, inspiring Esteban Hernandez to create this stunning alebrije sculpture in honour of Mexico's heritage. The artwork... read more£207.13£185.84Artist: Esteban Hernandez
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£141.09£126.71Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Mexican Dragon in Red
Copal Wood Dragon Alebrije Sculpture in Red and Orange
Mexican Dragon in Red, Copal Wood Dragon Alebrije Sculpture in Red and Orange
Zeny and Reyna
A fire-breathing dragon in colors of orange and red spreads its wings in this Mexican sculpture, making a charming addition to any home. Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna celebrate the artistic traditions... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Mexican Dragon in Blue
Copal Wood Dragon Alebrije Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Mexican Dragon in Blue, Copal Wood Dragon Alebrije Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna celebrate the artistic traditions of their country, crafting this dragon alebrije sculpture from copal wood and maguey plant fibers, adding beautiful hand-painted motifs... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Bicycle Cat
Hand Painted Alebrije Cat Figurine
Bicycle Cat, Hand Painted Alebrije Cat Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Mexican artisans Zeny and Reyna create this excellent alebrije sculpture, demonstrating their expertise in the Oaxacan folk art form. The whimsical sculpture is carved from copal wood and painted in... read more£113.07£101.36Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Rainbow Iguana
Hand Crafted Mexican Folk Art Yellow Lizard Sculpture
Rainbow Iguana, Hand Crafted Mexican Folk Art Yellow Lizard Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
"Iguanas are creatures of the sun, so when we decorated this alebrije we thought of the sun welcoming the rainbow," confide Zeny and Reyna. Carved from a single piece of copal wood, the... read more£141.09£126.71Artist: Zeny and Reyna
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