cool wood carvings (25 items)
Orange Oaxaca Frog
Red Orange Alebrije Style Frog Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Orange Oaxaca Frog, Red Orange Alebrije Style Frog Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Zeny and Reyna
Poised and vigilant, this orange frog captivates with the vibrancy of Mexican artistry. Zeny and Reyna transform a branch of the copal tree into the whimsical creature and paint it by hand in the... read more$59.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Proud Rooster
Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Proud Rooster, Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
With bright feathers and comb erect, a proud rooster announces the imminent dawn. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a... read more$687.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Grey Rhino
Copal Wood Alebrije Rhino Figurine in Grey from Mexico
Grey Rhino, Copal Wood Alebrije Rhino Figurine in Grey from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Hand-painted with intricate motifs in grey and silver tones, this fascinating rhino figurine is crafted by Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna. They work in the time-honored tradition of alebrije handicrafts... read more$69.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Coiling Dragons
Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Coiling Dragons, Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Seji Taram
Rising from the depths of past legend, dragons intertwine sinuous bodies and rear on hind legs like snakes. Revered in Bali, the guardians of the gods appear in warm suar wood. Seji Taram sculpts the... read more$367.99Artist: Seji Taram
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$79.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$134.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Black Fox
Wood Alebrije Fox Figurine in Black from Mexico
Black Fox, Wood Alebrije Fox Figurine in Black from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Carved of copal wood, a watchful fox is depicted in this charming alebrije figurine. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna design this figurine, which is hand-painted with metallic motifs over its stark black... read more$89.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Guardian of the Home
Unique Wood Dragon Sculpture
Guardian of the Home, Unique Wood Dragon Sculpture
Seji Taram
Baring fierce fangs, a powerful dragon displays his strength. Three menacing heads arise from its sinuously coiled body. Highly respected in Indonesia, dragons are believed to be the guardians of the... read more$294.99Artist: Seji Taram
Zapotec Coyote
Mexico Alebrije Wild Dog Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zapotec Coyote, Mexico Alebrije Wild Dog Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zeny and Reyna
"All the different motifs we included to decorate this nighttime coyote are inspired by Zapotec glyphs related to the sun, water and life," Zeny and Reyna explain. They use the tip of a... read more$97.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Acrobatic Dragon
Colorful Hand Carved and Painted Dragon Alebrije Figurine
Acrobatic Dragon, Colorful Hand Carved and Painted Dragon Alebrije Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Husband and wife duo Zeny and Reyna from Oaxaca grew up with the tradition of carving alebrijes (fantastical figurines of real and imagined animals); both of their parents were master carvers in that... read more$69.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Garuda
Balinese Hand-Carved Wood Mask of The Eagle Deity Garuda
Garuda, Balinese Hand-Carved Wood Mask of The Eagle Deity Garuda
Subrata Family
Garuda is the eagle god who travels between heaven and earth. His image is very common in Balinese cremation ceremonies. Legend says that two gargantuan underworld serpents enslaved the Garuda. When... read more$309.99Artist: Subrata Family
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$54.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Sacred Hippo
Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Sacred Hippo, Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Francis Agbete transforms ebony into the vivid image of a hippopotamus. Sacred to different Egyptian and African traditions, the hippo is believed to ground and dissolve emotional issues. Agbete... read more$154.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Elephant Goes Hunting
Wood sculpture
Elephant Goes Hunting, Wood sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
A mighty elephant carved by hand of kadam wood is a beautiful symbol of India. But Suresh and Devender Garg covers the powerful contours with a myriad of jungle wildlife – lions, tigers and deer.... read more$159.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
Purple Hummingbird
Oaxacan Hummingbird Sculpture
Purple Hummingbird, Oaxacan Hummingbird Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
Hovering on whirring wings, a whimsical hummingbird seeks out the sweet nectar of flowers. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are... read more$79.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Aura of Antaboga
Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel of a Dragon from Indonesia
Aura of Antaboga, Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel of a Dragon from Indonesia
Made Mulyani
Depicted in the classic style of China, a fierce serpentine dragon moves sinuously amid clouds. Antaboga is a mythical dragon derived from Hinduism, associated with sustenance and wealth. From Made... read more$64.99Artist: Made Mulyani
Dragon in the Air
Hand Carved Balinese Dragon Suar Wood Wall Relief Panel
Dragon in the Air, Hand Carved Balinese Dragon Suar Wood Wall Relief Panel
Seji Taram
A fearsome dragon takes flight through a cloudy sky in this gorgeous wall relief panel. Balinese artisan Seji hand carves the stunningly detailed design from local suar wood. This wall panel would... read more$64.99Artist: Seji Taram
Blue Cat Greeting
Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Blue Cat Greeting, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
Wearing bright red lipstick, a whimsical blue cat lifts her tail in greeting. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a... read more$99.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Lady of the Woods
Carved Bone Pendant Necklace with Eagle Made in Indonesia
Lady of the Woods, Carved Bone Pendant Necklace with Eagle Made in Indonesia
Length: 13.5"
Made Wardika
Indonesian artisan Made Wardika presents this handmade pendant necklace. The artist uses traditional methods to carve bone into whimsical designs and uses a tea stain for an antique look. This... read more$29.99Artist: Made Wardika
Hanoman Battle
Suar Wood Relief Wall Panel Hanoman and Dragon Battle
Hanoman Battle, Suar Wood Relief Wall Panel Hanoman and Dragon Battle
Made Mulyani
Inspired by Hindu legend, Made Mulyani expertly carves this suar wood wall relief panel of Hanoman battling two serpentine sea dragons. Hanoman, a figure characterized by his monkey features, is the... read more$89.99Artist: Made Mulyani
Serious Owl
Hand Carved Wood Puzzle Box Owl Shape from Indonesia
Serious Owl, Hand Carved Wood Puzzle Box Owl Shape from Indonesia
Sarwaedi
Raised in an Indonesian village known for its wood carvings, Sarwaedi is proud to present this striking puzzle box, hand-carved in the shape of a serious-looking owl. He works alongside his family to... read more$34.99Artist: Sarwaedi
Palace Elephant
Elephant Themed Wood Wall Relief Panel
Palace Elephant, Elephant Themed Wood Wall Relief Panel
Made Mulyani
Draped in the livery of the royal palace, an elephant enjoys a respite in the jungle. Made Mulyani carves this round relief panel from native suar wood, carefully detailing the elephant's garb and the... read more$64.99Artist: Made Mulyani
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
Excited Cat in Teal
Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico
Excited Cat in Teal, Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
A playful, excited cat makes a vibrant and fun addition to any home, handcrafted from copal wood and maguey plant fibers in the style of traditional alebrijes. Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna proudly... read more$39.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna