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Curiosity Cousin in White Handcrafted White Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez is a NOVICA Recognized Master

Award Winning Has received a state, national or international award for their work

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About this Item

With paws outstretched, a quirk of her striped tail, and a sweet expression on her face, this curious cat alebrije wood figurine is certain to capture your heart. Handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez, the little cat is hand-painted milk white with black and grey accents. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

As alebrije artisans interpret the natural curves of each copal branch to help determine the final design, each alebrije sculpture can have unique variations.

Dimensions

  • 26 grams
  • 0.92 oz
  • 10.2 cm H x 9.1 cm W x 3.5 cm D
  • 4" H x 3.6" W x 1.4" D

Key Features

  • Copal wood
  • 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 Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 353864
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81

William

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Dec 02, 2025

“Terrific”

Arrived promptly in as advertised condition. A great addition to our collection from Pablo and Lucy. Excellent product and seller.

Purchased Item Green Good Luck Cricket, Wood Alebrije Cricket Sculpture in Green from Mexico

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William

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Dec 02, 2025

“Beautiful”

Arrived promptly in as advertised condition. Lovely creation and a lovely addition to our collection from Pablo and Lucy. Excellent product and seller.

Purchased Item Sweet Freedom in Blue, Handcrafted Blue Copal Wood Dragonfly Sculpture from Mexico

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Don

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Nov 24, 2025

“Frog”

Fantastic work to pose the frog in such a way that accentuates the design

Purchased Item Lithe Tree Frog, Wood Alebrije Tree Frog Sculpture from Mexico

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Award Winning

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

Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Profound Impact

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

Job Creator

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

Empowering Women

Empowering Women

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

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

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

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

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

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Lucy financially supports their two children.

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Meet the Artist

Pablo and Lucy Mendez Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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"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

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