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Handcrafted Wood Hanging Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture, "Garden Hummingbird"

Poised and ready to swoop in at the first sight of nectar is this inventively... more

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Poised and ready to swoop in at the first sight of nectar is this inventively decorated hanging hummingbird alebrije from Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca. Carved by hand from copal wood, the bird's red and purple body is adorned with small yellow blossoms. The removable wings and tail feathers are green and terracotta with yellow tips. The bird can be hung using the metal ring on its back. 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.

  • 20 grams
  • 0.71 oz
  • 13 cm H x 21.5 cm H x 15.5 cm H
  • 5" H x 8.5" H x 6" H

  • 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 Mexicoicon info
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  • Premium Gift Wrap? Yes

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Adam

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01/29/2022

"Beautiful addition to garden"

The hummingbird is a symbol of my grandmother who passed away years ago… She would have loved this. Absolutely beautiful and it reminds me of her when I sit out to enjoy the peace and quiet in the backyard. Thank you so much for such a precious and well-made item!

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Beau

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01/23/2023

"ALL Three Monkeys are GREAT!"

Great Trio!

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Beau

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01/23/2023

"Great Gift for Others"

My very favorite of the dozen or so sculptures I now have.

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Sister
  • Occasion: 'just because'

Beau

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01/23/2023

"Another GREAT Sculpture"

Every sculpture by Jesus and Roxana is exceptional. Now have over a dozen of them...and always watching for more. A coatimundi in particular would be great!

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Beau

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01/16/2023

"YES I have ALL THREE"

Artistas Jesus y Roxana have provided me over a dozen now pets! Now waiting for a COATIMUNDIi!!!!!!!!!!

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Beau

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01/16/2023

"EVERY One is a new Pet"

The Little Fox is part of over a dozen alebrijes I have now by true artistas Jesus y Roxana. The Howling Coyote is the VERY best and even sent as gifts. Each one have their very own special places in mi casa ahora.

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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.

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Young Talent

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

 
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