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Green and Blue Oaxacan Mother Turtle Alebrije with Babies, "Turtle Mom Taxi"

Name: Green and Blue Oaxacan Mother Turtle Alebrije with Babies, 'Turtle Mom Taxi'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 411574
Price: 104.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.75 (16 reviews)

Product ID: 411574

by Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda (16)

Taxiing the little ones around is the least that moms do, even turtle moms. She and her four babies are alebrijes, fanciful animal figures made famous... more

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Taxiing the little ones around is the least that moms do, even turtle moms. She and her four babies are alebrijes, fanciful animal figures made famous in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This particular figure is the work of Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. The little ones detach from mom for safe shipping.

0.10 kgs
0.2 lbs

Largest Piece: 6 cm H x 8 cm W x 11 cm D
Largest Piece: 2.4" H x 3.1" W x 4.3" D
Smallest Piece: 1.05 cm H x 3 cm W x 3 cm D
Smallest Piece: 0.4" H x 1.2" W x 1.2" D

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Copal wood, aluminum wire
Some assembly required
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 Mexico
Product ID: 411574

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Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

Mexico

Wood alebrije sculptures

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Donna

From New Jersey, USA

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May 06, 2025

“So Endearing”

I named my wonderful little Guy , Pedro. He is so charming!. He sits by my computer and watches over my work

Purchased Item Oviform Owl in Black and White, Signed Black and White Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca

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Kathy

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Feb 08, 2025

“so pretty”

this is a beautifully crafted alebrije with personality and sass just shining through!

Purchased Item Rosy Fox, Artisan Crafted Alebrije from Mexico

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Susanne

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Nov 16, 2024

“Love it!”

This cute deer is so well made. Beautiful colors too.

Purchased Item Green Deer, Handmade Copal Wood Alebrije

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Meet the Artist

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda Wood alebrije sculptures

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"We are very proud to continue this family tradition, and are willing to put all our effort, dedication and life into making these handicrafts.""

“Hello, we are Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda.“My wife and I were fortunate that our parents were masters of this craft. When I married my wife, she and I... read more