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Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine in Vivid Colors from Mexico, "Colorful Camel"

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Meticulously painted by hand in vivid hues and a variety of patterns, this two-humped camel exemplifies the alebrije tradition of Oaxaca, Mexico. Handcrafted by Jesus and Roxana Hernandez, the decorative sculpture is made of copal wood. The Mexican artisans want to bring attention to the amazing handicrafts the wood carvers of their village are capable of producing, and Jesus recognizes that as he and Roxana carve and decorate these imaginary creatures, "...we contribute toward making our community more prosperous."

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

  • 40 grams
  • 1.41 oz
  • 7.3 cm H x 3.5 cm W x 12 cm D
  • 2.9" H x 1.4" W x 4.7" D

  • Copal wood
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
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Peter

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01/07/2019

"Very nice wood carving"

We own many Oaxaca wood carvings and this is a nice addition.

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Kaori

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08/14/2023

"Wonderful"

It was a very delicate and wonderful work with detailed details.

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Bert

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06/26/2023

"Love it!"

Great looking alebrije with beautiful colors! A++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Little Burro, Hand Painted Burro Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

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Rose

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05/31/2023

"Colors Just Pop!,Colors Just Pop!"

I love goats and this one is perfect! The colors are vibrant and the carving is fantastic. I love it!,I love goats and this one is perfect! The colors are vibrant and the carving is fantastic. I love it!

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  • Decor,Decor

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Beau

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05/29/2023

"EVERY Sculpture is the BEST"

EVERY sculpture from Jesus and Roxana is THE BEST --- have well over a dozen!

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Beau

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05/29/2023

"Another GREAT Sculpture"

My VERY favorite alebrije artists..and yet another great different one. Still waiing for a coatimundi!

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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.

Young Talent

Young Talent

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

 
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