Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Orange from Mexico, "Fiery Cat"
Working in the traditional style of traditional folk art alebrijes, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez create this charming cat figurine. The cat is carved of copal wood, its black body hand-painted with intricate floral motifs and dots in fiery tones of orange.
Alebrijes are a fairly recent Mexican art form, attributed to Pedro Linares. Unconscious due to illness in 1936, he was presumed near death and yet his dreams were extremely vivid. He tells of a place where all was peaceful and quiet until all of a sudden there appeared a lion with an eagle's head, a rooster with bull's horns and a donkey with butterfly wings. They kept screeching "alebrije, alebrije!" and Pedro began running away. He encountered a man who told him it was not yet his time to be there are and he should continue running towards the exit. In this dream Pedro climbed out of a window and regained consciousness.
- 29 grams
- 1.02 oz
- 9.3 cm H x 6.3 cm W x 3.3 cm D
- 3.7" H x 2.5" W x 1.3" D
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Linda
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10/05/2020
"Wonderful addition to my collection of alebrijes"
This charming cat is nicely carved and beautifully painted.
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- Display with my other Oaxacan wood carvings
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Cynthia
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05/09/2022
"Cheirish heirloom"
Love this little guy. The detailing is tremendous. It is in my living room curio cabinet up front and center.
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Ellen
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05/05/2022
"so happy to add this colorful kitty to my cat collection."
Has a good heavy feel to it; detailed carvings and paint. It is bright and cheerful. Arrived unbelievably well-packaged!! Love it
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Lisa
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03/18/2022
"Mother-in-law loves cats"
This was a surprise gift for my mother-in-law. She loves it.
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- Occasion: Just because

Pat
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08/15/2021
"Reminds me of my kitty"
This beautiful and expressive sculpture reminds me of my tortoise shell kitty with the same coloring in her coat. I especially love the turned head and upraised tail.
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Michael
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07/15/2021
"Thoroughly Enjoyed"
By my granddaughter.
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Carol
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07/01/2022
"Colors are Vibrant"
Am glad I ordered the blue cricket for my collection. The colors are so beautiful it make it “stand out” among all. Thank you Pablo & Lucy.
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- Display in my collection
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Roger
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06/21/2022
"A Wonderful Gift to My Sister"
My sisters response about the Curiosity Cousin in Purple I sent to her was a thank you and she said Shes very cute!
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Carol
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06/04/2022
"Very Cute"
The frog received is cute, artwork is good and it goes well with my collection
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Lithe Tree Frog, Wood Alebrije Tree Frog Sculpture from Mexico
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Andrea
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06/02/2022
"our good luck cricket is loved and will be in a place of honor for years to come!"
love the quality and craftsmanship our cricket presents from every angle. the signatures of the artists on this piece imprints their beautiful energy for eternity. whenever I look at our cricket it makes me happy!
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Dottie
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05/28/2022
"Intricate hand-painted details adorn every surface."
Delightful! This ladybug is a beloved addition to our growing family collection of Novica items. The website photos do not fully capture the exquisite beauty of extraordinary tiny hand-painted details. Hand carved and painted in rich colors, most surfaces are adorned with hundreds of tiny hand-painted silver dots. The underside is also carved and hand-painted, and includes the artists signatures.
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- Occasion: Mother's Day

Susan
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05/23/2022
"Turquoise Alebrije Cat"
I absolutely love this little cat figurine. It s just like the picture, very well made and painted beautifully. Many thanks to the artisans who share their talents with us.
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