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Handmade Multicolor Copal Wood Bookmark with Mexican Quetzal, "Reading Quetzal"

Name: Handmade Multicolor Copal Wood Bookmark with Mexican Quetzal, 'Reading Quetzal'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 424093
Price: 17.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (78 reviews)

Product ID: 424093

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (78)

An icon of southern Mexico's diverse flying fauna, the quetzal makes a prominent appearance on this handcrafted bookmark from the Mendez family.... more

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An icon of southern Mexico's diverse flying fauna, the quetzal makes a prominent appearance on this handcrafted bookmark from the Mendez family. Husband and wife artisans, Pablo and Lucy create this quetzal-inspired bookmark with meticulously perfected crafting techniques, always investing their hearts into the art from the initial design stage to the final stroke of the paintbrush. Composed to last as long as the traditions it represents, this bookmark comes from a single piece of native copal wood, replenished by the Mendez family plantation of copal trees.

8 grams
0.28 oz

21 cm H x 2.7 cm W x 0.2 cm D
8.25" H x 1.1" W x 0.1" D

Metric

US/Imperial

Copal wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 424093

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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Deb

From Michigan

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Nov 05, 2023

“Piece of art!”

I have several of these bookmarks on hand to give as gifts along with books for the young people in my life. Beautiful little pieces of art, they are sturdy, and also bright enough not to be misplaced. A couple also reside in my art room, peeking brightly out of a glass jar. Highly recommend!

Cheerful, unique gift for young bookworms!

Purchased Item Reading Quetzal, Handmade Multicolor Copal Wood Bookmark with Mexican Quetzal

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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.

Purchased Item Holy Butterfly, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico

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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

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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