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Colorful Fox Alebrije Sculpture, "Mountain Fox"

Product ID: 406033

Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create this wonderful sculpture in the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes. The figurine is carved by... more

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Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create this wonderful sculpture in the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood in the form of a fox, and then carefully hand painted with a dizzying array of motifs in turquoise, purple and rust. Small parts may be separated for safe shipping.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting the nonsense word,"alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream in papier mache. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

  • 40 grams
  • 1.41 oz
  • 13 cm H x 5 cm W x 13 cm D
  • 5" H x 2" W x 5" D

  • Copal wood
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 406033
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

Mexico

Artisan handcrafted Mexican alebrije sculptures

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Beau

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May 29, 2023

Another GREAT Sculpture”

My VERY favorite alebrije artists..and yet another great different one. Still waiing for a coatimundi!

Purchased Item Mountain Fox, Colorful Fox Alebrije Sculpture

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Nancy

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Sep 07, 2024

Colorful and fun!”

This little guy adds joy to my shelf!

Purchased Item Brilliant Armadillo, Handmade Folk Art Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture

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Leslie

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Aug 28, 2024

Beautiful, bigger than I expected”

This is a lovely hummer; the tail pieces are individual but the wings are thankfully already glued together. Very charming.

Purchased Item Fanciful Flutter in Purple, Copal Wood Purple Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

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Preserving Traditions

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.

Job Creator

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

Caring for Children

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

Young Talent

Young Talent

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

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