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Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico, "Holy Butterfly"

Name: Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico, 'Holy Butterfly'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 300307
Price: 49.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.98 (81 reviews)

Product ID: 300307

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (81)

Finding inspiration in the world around them, Pablo and Lucy Mendez of Mexico celebrate the beauty of a butterfly. They handcraft the creature from... more

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Finding inspiration in the world around them, Pablo and Lucy Mendez of Mexico celebrate the beauty of a butterfly. They handcraft the creature from copal wood in the style of alebrije sculptures, including several pieces that assemble together. A vibrant hand-painted design finishes this original work of folk art. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

20 grams
0.71 oz

9 cm H x 11.5 cm W x 14 cm D
3.5" H x 4.5" W x 5.5" D

Metric

US/Imperial

Copal wood
Some assembly required
Signed by the artist
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Warning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 300307

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Pablo won 2nd Place in the Carved Wood Contest in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

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Profound Impact

Pablo’s profits from the alebrij sculptures he creates for NOVICA allow him to create and financially support a healthy life for his wife and two children.

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Enabling Education

Lucy's income allows her to provide a necessary basic education to their children in their home.

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Lucy financially supports their two children.

Meet the Artist

Pablo and Lucy Mendez Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

(81)

"What we enjoy the most is how real and mythical animal shapes can emerge from a simple branch. They can be so colorful and original that they appear to have had a life on another planet."

Latest Update"We are a young married couple who inherited the knowledge of carving and painting copal wood alebrijes. We have gradually perfected... read more