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Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico, "Cricket Song"

Product ID: 462979

A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of green. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft... more

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A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of green. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft the cricket from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

  • 40 grams
  • 1.41 oz
  • 13 cm H x 9.5 cm W x 12 cm D
  • 5" H x 3.7" W x 4.7" D

  • 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
  • Ships fast from USA
  • Product ID: 462979
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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Angela

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Oct 21, 2024

This is now a cherished addition to my sister s ofrenda”

My sister s fur baby of 12 years passed just before Día de Los Muertos last year. This gatito is in his memory.

Purchased Item Fiery Cat, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Orange from Mexico

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William

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Sep 09, 2024

Beautiful”

Arrived promptly in as advertised condition. A beautiful work of art. Another example of unique Mexican decor to join our others by Pablo and Lucy. Two truly gifted artisans. Accolades from us and our guests are testament to their skill.

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Donna

From New Jersey, USA

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Jun 11, 2024

Wow!”

The size and the detail are inspiring. The packaging was in a class by itself!

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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.

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

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

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

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Lucy financially supports their two children.

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