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Red Dragonfly
Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca
Red Dragonfly, Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca
Teresita Gonzalez
Alebrijes are often a hybrid of real animals, such as elephants and crocodiles, or they can be more fantastical creatures, such as dragons. Artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Xoxocotlan in the Mexican state... read more$69.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Nocturnal Cat
Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Nocturnal Cat, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Taking a walk, a nocturnal little cat brings the magnificence of Mexican folk art to your home. Zeny and Reyna hand-carve this alebrije figurine of copal wood, hand-painting the black cat with... read more$89.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Sweet Puppies
Painted Wood Alebrije Dog Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico
Sweet Puppies, Painted Wood Alebrije Dog Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Designed by Mexican duo Jesus and Roxana Hernandez, this set of five ornaments carries on the rich tradition of alebrije sculptures. Each ornament is carved by hand of copal wood to depict a sweet... read more$47.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Magical Cat
Hand Crafted Purple Wood Kittycat Folk Art Sculpture
Magical Cat, Hand Crafted Purple Wood Kittycat Folk Art Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This purple cat is happy because spring has arrived, and the alebrije reflects the colorful feast of flowers," explain Zeny and Reyna. They use the tip of a maguey leaf to paint the patterns on... read more$87.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Oaxaca Traditions
Mexico Alebrije Art Gift Box Sculpture-Coloring Cards–Pencil
Oaxaca Traditions, Mexico Alebrije Art Gift Box Sculpture-Coloring Cards–Pencil
Curated Gift Sets
Mexico's alebrije tradition inspires this gift box with the whimsical creatures. It began in 1936 in Mexico City when Pedro Linares became ill and fell into a coma. He dreamed he was caught between... read more$96.01Artist: Curated Gift Sets
Alebrije Collection
Gift Idea 10 Coloring Postcards of Mexican Animal Alebrijes
Alebrije Collection, Gift Idea 10 Coloring Postcards of Mexican Animal Alebrijes
Alejandra Aceves
"Feeling proud of my Mexican roots and wishing to raise consciousness regarding Mexico's beautiful endemic animals in danger of extinction, I designed this series of 10 coloring postcards. They... read more$26.39$21.11Artist: Alejandra Aceves
Mexican Dragon in Red
Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture of Dragon in Red and Orange
Mexican Dragon in Red, Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture of Dragon in Red and Orange
Zeny and Reyna
A fire-breathing dragon in a palette of orange and red hues spreads its wings in this Mexican sculpture, making an enchanting addition to your interiors. Artisans Zeny and Reyna honor the artistic... read more$119.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Sun Force
Orange Alebrije Bull with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs
Sun Force, Orange Alebrije Bull with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs
Zeny and Reyna
This strong bull alebrije hand carved from copal wood has the fire of the sun hand painted across his back. Orange and brown, the bull is covered with hand painted details in warm colors. This... read more$99.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Cool Fox
Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Fox Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Cool Fox, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Fox Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Working in the tradition of alebrijes, Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna create this cool sculpture of a fox. In a resting position, the sly animal is carved by hand of copal wood. This beautiful creature is... read more$89.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
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$39.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Graceful Feline
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Graceful Feline, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Hand-painted with a beautiful floral design, this alebrije figurine depicts a sitting cat. Shades of green, blue, and orange make the figurine a bright and cheerful piece of decor. Artisan Teresita... read more$79.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Alert Axolotl
Handmade Alebrije Axolotl
Alert Axolotl, Handmade Alebrije Axolotl
Marina Lozano
The charismatic salamander known as the axolotl is beautifully captured in the form of an alebrije by Mexican artisan Marina Lozano. The artisan works in papier mache to create the sculpture, which is... read more$79.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Zapotec Fish
12-inch Hand Carved and Painted Alebrije Fish Sculpture
Zapotec Fish, 12-inch Hand Carved and Painted Alebrije Fish Sculpture
Manuel Cruz
A rotund fish with big eyes swims sinuously in cool rivers. Colorful motifs from Zapotec art and ancient temples cover the body and fins. By Manuel Cruz, this is a beautiful example of Mexico's... read more$489.99Artist: Manuel Cruz
Perky Blue Parrot
Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Perky Blue Parrot, Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
A perky blue parrot alights on a tree branch. With wings spread, it flaunts flirty feathers in bright primary colors. Pablo and Lucy Mendez carry on the traditional alebrije folk art they learned from... read more$279.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Howling Coyotes
Handmade Wood Alebrije Coyote Ornaments (Set of 4)
Howling Coyotes, Handmade Wood Alebrije Coyote Ornaments (Set of 4)
Esteban Hernandez
This fun set of four ornaments is beautifully carved and painted by hand by Esteban Hernandez in Mexico. The artisan works in the style of alebrijes, a popular Oaxacan folk art form. Each of the four... read more$59.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Floral Feline
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Floral Feline, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
Hand-painted with a beautiful floral design, this alebrije figurine depicts a sitting cat. Shades of green, purple, and orange make the figurine a vibrant and cheerful piece of decor. Artisan Teresita... read more$79.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez