animal carvings (26 items)
Blue Axolotl
Handmade Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Axolotl, Handmade Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This unique axolotl sculpture is the design of artists Jesus and Roxana Hernandez who recreate one of Mexico's most iconic creatures in a colorful form. Hand crafted from copal wood and hand painted... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Mythical Pegasus
Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture
Mythical Pegasus, Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture
Esteban Hernandez
Working in the fabulous Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes, Mexico's Esteban Hernandez creates this unique sculpture. He carves the pegasus from copal wood, which is then carefully painted by... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Magical Rabbit
Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Magical Rabbit, Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Manuel Cruz
This dreamy alebrije figurine is the design of artisan Manuel Cruz. The rabbit is hand carved from copal wood and delicately hand painted using a maguey thorn for finer details in multicolor tones... read more$119.99$107.99Artist: Manuel Cruz
Ocotlan Chameleon
Hand-Painted Alebrije Chameleon
Ocotlan Chameleon, Hand-Painted Alebrije Chameleon
Zeny and Reyna
Mexico's Zeny and Reyna create this stunning alebrije sculpture, a popular traditional folk art of Oaxaca. The copal wood chameleon is painted with a dizzying array of motifs in a rainbow of bright... read more$609.99$548.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Rabbit Handstand
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Rabbit Handstand, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In a variety of colors, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto an entertaining rabbit doing a handstand. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more$139.99$125.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Sly Siamese
Hand-Painted Cat Alebrije
Sly Siamese, Hand-Painted Cat Alebrije
Zeny and Reyna
Working with native copal wood, Zeny and Reyna in Mexico create this wonderful alebrije sculpture, a popular traditional folk art of Oaxaca. The whimsical Siamese cat is painted in loving detail with... read more$489.99$440.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Fantastic Pegasus
Artisan Crafted Pegasus Alebrije
Fantastic Pegasus, Artisan Crafted Pegasus Alebrije
Esteban Hernandez
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... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Porcupine Spirit
Copal Wood Porcupine Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Porcupine Spirit, Copal Wood Porcupine Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
This exceptional colorful porcupine sculpture is the design of Mexican artists Zeny and Reyna who hand carve its body from copal wood and its quills from maguey plant fiber. They use a multiple array... read more$317.99$286.19Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Green Hyena
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Green Hyena, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Hyena Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In tones of green, burgundy, and purple, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto a majestic hyena. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Happy Dragon
Hand-Painted Wood Dragon Alebrije from Mexico
Happy Dragon, Hand-Painted Wood Dragon Alebrije from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
This happy dragon alebrije from Mexico is handcrafted of copal wood, featuring an intricate shape with a slithering tongue coming out of its mouth. Teresita Gonzalez presents the figurine, painted by... read more$134.99$121.49Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Rainbow Pegasus
Oaxacan Folk Art Pegasus Alebrije
Rainbow Pegasus, Oaxacan Folk Art Pegasus Alebrije
Esteban Hernandez
Mexico's Esteban Hernandez works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this unique pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Mexican Hairless Dog in Red
Orange Copal Wood Mexican Hairless Dog Alebrije Figurine
Mexican Hairless Dog in Red, Orange Copal Wood Mexican Hairless Dog Alebrije Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Bring home this colorful alebrije rendition of a xolo—short for xoloesquintle—Mexico's iconic hairless dog. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez hand-carve it from copal wood and decorate its body with joyful... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Twin Dragons
Handmade Carved Wooden Dragon Statuettes (pair)
Twin Dragons, Handmade Carved Wooden Dragon Statuettes (pair)
Sarwaedi
Twin dragons, adorned with gilt crowns, are hand-carved by the talented artisan Sarwaedi of Bali. The artist embellishes the statuettes with the subtle application of paint in red, gold, and green... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: Sarwaedi
Singa Ambara Raja
Suar Wood Sculpture of a Mythical Creature from Indonesia
Singa Ambara Raja, Suar Wood Sculpture of a Mythical Creature from Indonesia
Wayan Nuliati
By Wayan Nuliati, this sculpture is a recreation of Singa Ambara Raja, which is found in the Buleleng region of Bali. The image of a fierce, winged lion is carefully carved by hand of suar wood as the... read more$179.99$161.99Artist: Wayan Nuliati
Asian Arowana
Hand-Carved Suar Wood Arowana Fish Sculpture from Bali
Asian Arowana, Hand-Carved Suar Wood Arowana Fish Sculpture from Bali
Sarwaedi
The ancient feng shui doctrine tells us about a majestic sea creature that blesses humans with happiness, love, health and power. Known as the golden dragon of the ocean, the Arowana fish comes... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Sarwaedi
Sarasvati Goddess
Sarasvati Hindu Goddess Hand Carved Suar Wood Sculpture
Sarasvati Goddess, Sarasvati Hindu Goddess Hand Carved Suar Wood Sculpture
Subrata Family
Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family hand carves this suar wood statuette of the Hindu deity Sarasvati, goddess of music, science and art. She is supported by a bird, wings outstretched... read more$564.99$508.49Artist: Subrata Family
Bambara Antelopes
Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture of African Antelopes (Pair)
Bambara Antelopes, Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture of African Antelopes (Pair)
George Obeng
The noble form of the African antelope is captured in this pair of carvings by George Obeng, representative of the craftsmanship of Sudan's Bambara people. Intricate details seem to direct the curve... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: George Obeng
Red Hare
Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine
Red Hare, Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine
Esteban Hernandez
Working in the tradition of alebrijes, a folk art form that originated in his home state of Oaxaca, Mexican artisan Esteban Hernandez creates this cute figurine. The small sculpture is carved from... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Blue Iguana
Hand Crafted Folk Art Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Iguana, Hand Crafted Folk Art Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an iguana. The sculpture is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Purple Pouncing Cat
Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers
Purple Pouncing Cat, Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"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... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Cute Porcupine in Red
Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture in Red and Blue
Cute Porcupine in Red, Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture in Red and Blue
Zeny and Reyna
Zeny and Reyna work together to craft this beautiful porcupine alebrije sculpture by hand from copal wood and maguey fibers. They add beautiful hand-painted motifs in red, white and blue for a vibrant... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Sankofa Bird Message
Wood sculpture
Sankofa Bird Message, Wood sculpture
Ali Ibrahim
Working in native sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of... read more$159.99$143.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Chirping Cricket
Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico
Chirping Cricket, Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of yellow and red. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft the cricket from copal wood. Small parts... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Cute Porcupine
Yellow and Green Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture
Cute Porcupine, Yellow and Green Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This cute little porcupine invites you to experience the rich artisanal history of Mexico, crafted of copal wood with maguey plant fiber spines. Mexico's Zeny and Reyna work together to craft this... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Green Hummingbird
Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Green Hummingbird, Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Zeny and Reyna
A playful hummingbird seeks out the sweet nectar of flowers in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije.... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Hummingbird
Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Hummingbird, Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
A playful hummingbird soars skyward in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful... read more$77.99$70.19Artist: Zeny and Reyna