alebrijes

This brightly colored hen is the work of Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez, who preserve the distinctly Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood before being carefully painted with a dizzying array of colorful motifs.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting the nonsense word,"alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream in papier mache. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

Flirty Hen Hen Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Esteban Hernandez creates this fun and colorful bunny, working in the Oaxacan folk art style of alebrijes. The copal wood figurine is hand-carved and painted in vivid detail.

Colorful Bunny Multicolored Rabbit Alebrije Sculpture

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

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$27.99

Bold Monkey Multicolored Small Alebrije Figurine

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

This unique monkey figurine is a great example of the Oaxacan folk art known as alebrijes. Esteban Hernandez in Mexico carves the small sculpture from copal wood and paints it by hand in colorful detail.

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$25.99

Fantastic Pegasus Artisan Crafted Pegasus Alebrije

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Esteban Hernandez in Mexico works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this excellent pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully paints it in minute detail with a rainbow of colors. Removable parts are detached for safe shipping.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

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$84.99

Fierce Jaguar Handmade Wooden Alebrije Statuette

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Fangs bared, this small jaguar sculpture from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico makes a big impression. Carved from soft copal wood, the alebrije is beautifully painted by hand.

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Cautious Black and White Rhino Black and White Rhinoceros Alebrije Wood Carving from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

This rhinoceros also has dreams of being a unicorn! He is an alebrije,, an animal wood carving painted in bright colors and fantastic patterns. This fellow was carved and signed by Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda of the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

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Bold Deer Hand Painted Deer Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Preserving the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes, Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico create this marvelous deer sculpture. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with an assortment of motifs in a rainbow of colors.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting the nonsense word,"alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream in papier mache. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

Carved in the shape of a dolphin, this copal wood sculpture is hand painted in the traditional style of alebrijes, a folk art form originating in Oaxaca. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez cover the sculpture with a dizzying array of motifs in red, orange, aqua and white.

Diving Dolphin Alebrije Dolphin Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

"Look what I caught!" this cat seems to say. The playful feline is sculpted from copal wood, the classic for alebrije figures which are famous in the Central Valleys of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This kitty with bristling natural fiber whiskers is the work of Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda, noted carvers in the region.

Blue Pouncing Cat Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Stargazing Giraffe in Blue' - Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre

This young giraffe looks up in amazement at all the stars that appear on a clear night. This wooden Oaxaca alebrije is the creation of artist Esteban Hernandez and features fine detailed patterns in shades of blue and rust. The tail and ears will be detached for shipping.

Stargazing Giraffe in Blue Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create this wonderful sculpture in the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood in the form of a fox, and then carefully hand painted with a dizzying array of motifs in turquoise, purple and rust. Small parts may be separated for safe shipping.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting the nonsense word,"alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream in papier mache. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

Mountain Fox Colorful Fox Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Azure Pegasus, Copal Wood Pegasus Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$274.99 Wholesale

$274.99

Ocean Dolphin, Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'My Domain in Blue' - Copal Wood Cat Alebrije in Blue for Shelves from Oaxaca

My Domain in Blue, Copal Wood Cat Alebrije in Blue for Shelves from Oaxaca

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Bicycle Cat, Hand Painted Alebrije Cat Figurine

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$117.99 Wholesale

$117.99

Insomniac Lion, Purple Sleepy Lion Alebrije Carving with Detachable Tail

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Dainty Deer in Orange' - Hand Carved Alebrije Deer Figurine

Dainty Deer in Orange, Hand Carved Alebrije Deer Figurine

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Little Mouse Perez, Blue and Red Mouse Alebrije with Black Tail from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Colorful Quetzalcoatl, Bright Hand Painted Quetzalcoatl Alebrije Sculpture

Marina Lozano

(12)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'My Domain in Gold' - Blue and Gold Copal Wood Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca

My Domain in Gold, Blue and Gold Copal Wood Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Stargazing Giraffe in Red, Wood Hand Painted Giraffe Alebrije Finely Painted in Red

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Relaxed Cat, Cat Alebrije Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Little Black Mouse Perez, Turquoise and Black Mouse Alebrije Figure Signed by Artisans

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Smiling Deer, Handmade Deer Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Bold Goat' - Handmade Alebrije Goat Figurine

Bold Goat, Handmade Alebrije Goat Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Colorful Bird, Bird-Like Papier Mache Alebrije Sculpture

Marina Lozano

(12)

Wood alebrije figurine, 'Red Dragonfly' - Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca

Red Dragonfly, Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca

Teresita Gonzalez

(44)

Wood sculpture, 'Hummingbird Visits a Cactus' - Hummingbird and Barrel Cactus Wood Sculpture From Oaxaca

Hummingbird Visits a Cactus, Hummingbird and Barrel Cactus Wood Sculpture From Oaxaca

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99

Alebrije sculpture, 'Oaxaca Snail' - Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture

Oaxaca Snail, Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99

Blue Alebrije, Surrealist Mexican Alebrije Style Acrylic Dragon Painting

Morneo

(7)

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$129.99

Rhino Alebrije, Traditional Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Rhino Painting

Morneo

(7)

Eagle Alebrije, Traditional Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Eagle Painting

Morneo

(7)

Owl Alebrije, Traditional Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Owl Painting

Morneo

(7)

Snake Alebrije, Traditional Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Snake Painting

Morneo

(7)

Wood alebrije figurine, 'Festive Cat' - Multicolored Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico

Walking Festive Cat, Multicolored Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

Wood alebrije figurine, 'Spike' - Artisan Handcrafted Dog Alebrije

Spike, Artisan Handcrafted Dog Alebrije

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

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$27.99

Golden Fox, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Alebrije sculpture, 'Playful Blue Kitten' - Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Playful Blue Kitten, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$94.99 Wholesale

$94.99

Alebrije sculpture, 'Blue Cat Greeting' - Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Blue Cat Greeting, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

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$84.99

Hummingbird's Delight, Hand Painted cactus and Bird Alebrije Sculpture

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

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$119.99

Angry Dragon Alebrije, Traditional Multicolor Watercolor Alebrije Dragon Painting

Morneo

(7)

Green Bird Alebrije, Expressionist Green Watercolor Alebrije Bird Painting

Morneo

(7)

Fire Dragon Alebrije, Traditional Red and Blue Watercolor Alebrije Dragon Painting

Morneo

(7)

Horned Lizard Alebrije, Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Horned Lizard Painting

Morneo

(7)

Tongue Fish Alebrije, Classic Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Fish Painting

Morneo

(7)

Orange Turtle, Artisan Crafted Small Alebrije Sculpture

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

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$25.99

Orange Quetzal, Multicolored Wooden Bird Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

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$77.99

Orange Deer, Handcrafted Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Bold Cimarron' - Hand-Carved Bighorn Sheep Alebrije

Bold Cimarron, Hand-Carved Bighorn Sheep Alebrije

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Dainty Deer in Grey, Handcrafted Grey Deer Alebrije Sculpture

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Fanciful Cat, Handmade Papier Mache Cat Alebrije

Marina Lozano

(12)

Horse of the Sea, Hand Painted Seahorse Alebrije Sculpture

Marina Lozano

(12)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99

Blue Chihuahua, Hand Painted Blue Chihuahua Alebrije

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99

Oaxacan Bunny, Artisan Crafted Alebrije Figurine from Mexico

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

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$27.99

Natural Flight, Wood Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Hummingbird Song, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Coyote Charm, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Joyful Camel, Handcrafted Copal Wood Camel Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Wood alebrije ornament, 'Oaxaca Bull' - Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture

Oaxaca Bull, Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

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$94.99

Recycled papier mache alebrije, 'Frog of Abundance' - Hand Crafted Papier Mache Frog Alebrije

Frog of Abundance, Hand Crafted Papier Mache Frog Alebrije

Marina Lozano

(12)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99

Colorful Butterfly, Unique Butterfly Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Marina Lozano

(12)

Armadillo, Alebrije Style Journal with Armadillo Illustration

Alejandra Aceves

(48)

$47.99 Wholesale

$47.99

Lotus Axolotl, Colorful Axolotl Alebrije Figurine from Mexico

Teresita Gonzalez

(44)

$117.99 Wholesale

$117.99

Woman with Alebrijes, Alebrije-Themed Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico

Aguilar Artisan Workshop

(15)

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$109.99

Alebrije sculpture, 'Happy Hummingbird' - Handmade Floral Wood Bird Sculpture

Happy Hummingbird, Handmade Floral Wood Bird Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$177.99 Wholesale

$177.99

Alebrije sculpture, 'Rainbow Iguana' - Hand Crafted Mexican Folk Art Yellow Lizard Sculpture

Rainbow Iguana, Hand Crafted Mexican Folk Art Yellow Lizard Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$149.99 Wholesale

$149.99

Red-Dot Snake Alebrije, Classic Expressionist Watercolor Alebrije Red Snake Painting

Morneo

(7)

Alebrije sculpture, 'Blue Hummingbird' - Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico

Blue Hummingbird, Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$77.99 Wholesale

$77.99

Alebrije sculpture, 'Green Hummingbird' - Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Green Hummingbird, Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

Alebrije sculpture, 'Colorful Hummingbird' - Multi Color Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Colorful Hummingbird, Multi Color Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

Alebrije sculpture, 'Purple Hummingbird' - Oaxacan Hummingbird Sculpture

Purple Hummingbird, Oaxacan Hummingbird Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$77.99 Wholesale

$77.99

Springtime Cat, Hand Crafted Purple Wood Kittycat Folk Art Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

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$36.49

Change Colors, Hand-Painted Copal Wood Alebrije Chamelon Figurine

Claudio Ojeda

(99)

Oneiric Dragon, Handcrafted Alebrije Steel Wall Art of Dragon

Alejandro de Esesarte

(323)

Oneiric Feline, Handcrafted Ceramic Alebrije Figurine of Colorful Cat

Nohemi Calixto

$219.99 Wholesale

$219.99

Ceramic alebrije figurine, 'Dark Stealth' - Handcrafted Ceramic Alebrije Figurine of Black Jaguar

Dark Stealth, Handcrafted Ceramic Alebrije Figurine of Black Jaguar

Nohemi Calixto

$289.99 Wholesale

$289.99

Ceramic alebrije figurine, 'Ferocious Cyan' - Handcrafted Ceramic Alebrije Figurine of Colorful Jaguar

Ferocious Cyan, Handcrafted Ceramic Alebrije Figurine of Colorful Jaguar

Nohemi Calixto

$289.99 Wholesale

$289.99

Wood alebrije ornament, 'Fanciful Flutter in Yellow' - Copal Wood Yellow Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Fanciful Flutter in Yellow, Copal Wood Yellow Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Wood alebrije ornament, 'Fanciful Flutter in Purple' - Copal Wood Purple Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Fanciful Flutter in Purple, Copal Wood Purple Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Wood alebrije ornament, 'Fanciful Flutter in Red' - Copal Wood Red Multicolor Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Fanciful Flutter in Red, Copal Wood Red Multicolor Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Geometric Camel, Mexican Alebrije Camel Sculpture with Geometric Designs

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Chirping Cricket, Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Cricket Song, Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)