creative gifts (28 items)
Colorful Peacock
Hand-Painted Alebrije Wood Peacock Sculpture from Mexico
Colorful Peacock, Hand-Painted Alebrije Wood Peacock Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Displaying its colorful feathers, an adorable little peacock is hand-carved of copal wood, fanning its vibrant tail feathers. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna work in the time-honored tradition of alebrije... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Elephant in Green
Artisan Crafted Green Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine
Elephant in Green, Artisan Crafted Green Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Wood carvers in San Martín Tilcajete, Oaxaca, crafted animal figurines for generations before the area's alebrije tradition took hold, mostly as children's toys. It's the gorgeous way even real... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Turtle Love
Mexican Hand Painted Wood Sea Turtle Alebrije Figurine
Turtle Love, Mexican Hand Painted Wood Sea Turtle Alebrije Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
As alebrijes swim through the subconscious of the artisan's imagination, it seems fitting that they have flippers as this multicolored hand carved sea turtle does. Made using copal wood, this alebrije... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Vibrant Camel
Colorful Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine from Mexico
Vibrant Camel, Colorful Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Ears perked in a surprised expression, a vibrant camel is carved of copal wood in this folk art alebrije figurine from Mexico. Artisan duo Zeny and Reyna create the alebrije, hand-painting the camel... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Dream Vision
Hand-Carved Copal Wood Owl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Dream Vision, Hand-Carved Copal Wood Owl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Covered in intricate and colorful patterns, this alebrije owl's wide-eyed expression only adds to its fanciful appearance. In creating this admirable figurine, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Owl Delight
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico
Owl Delight, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Painted in shades such as turquoise, russet, and pastel pink, this charming owl figurine is sure to brighten up any room with its happy design. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the owl... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana 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
Fanciful Cat
Handmade Papier Mache Cat Alebrije
Fanciful Cat, Handmade Papier Mache Cat Alebrije
Marina Lozano
Working in papier mache, Marina Lozano in Mexico creates this fanciful alebrije sculpture. The winged cat is carefully hand painted with a dizzying array of motifs in myriad colors.The folk art... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Bicycle Cat
Hand Painted Alebrije Cat Figurine
Bicycle Cat, Hand Painted Alebrije Cat Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Mexican artisans Zeny and Reyna create this excellent alebrije sculpture, demonstrating their expertise in the Oaxacan folk art form. The whimsical sculpture is carved from copal wood and painted in... read more$119.99$107.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Axolotl
Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije from Mexico
Axolotl, Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Jesus and Roxana recreate the axolotl, one of Mexico's rarest and most iconic creatures, in colorful alebrije form. They hand-carve it from copal wood and decorate its body with joyful geometric... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$79.99$71.99Artist: Marina Lozano
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
Frog of Abundance
Hand Crafted Papier Mache Frog Alebrije
Frog of Abundance, Hand Crafted Papier Mache Frog Alebrije
Marina Lozano
This utterly charming creature from Marina Lozano in Mexico offers you his heart. The alebrije is crafted by hand from recycled papier mache and carefully painted by hand. The whimsical sculpture has... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Azure Pegasus
Copal Wood Pegasus Alebrije from Mexico
Azure Pegasus, Copal Wood Pegasus Alebrije from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Add a truly fantastical touch to your home with this magnificent Pegasus alebrije. Pablo and Lucy Mendez hand-carve it from coal wood in an imposing stance with its wings gloriously spread. A... read more$279.99$251.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Energetic Martian
Wood Alebrije Sculpture of a Colorful Alien from Mexico
Energetic Martian, Wood Alebrije Sculpture of a Colorful Alien from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez offer their interpretation of a Martian, handcrafting this alebrije sculpture of copal wood, featuring several parts that assemble together. The energetic alien is... read more$99.99$84.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
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$69.99$62.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Audacious Hen
Handmade Hen Alebrije Sculpture
Audacious Hen, Handmade Hen Alebrije Sculpture
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This brightly colored hen is the work of artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico, who preserve the distinctly Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes. The sculpture is carved by hand from copal wood... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Vibrant Snail
Hand-Painted Snail Alebrije Wood Sculpture from Mexico
Vibrant Snail, Hand-Painted Snail Alebrije Wood Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
This vibrant, multicolored snail is hand-carved of copal wood and painted with an array of intricate dotted designs, carrying on the tradition of Mexican alebrije sculptures. Pablo and Lucy Mendez... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
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
Holy Butterfly
Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico
Holy Butterfly, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Finding inspiration in the world around them, Pablo and Lucy Mendez of Mexico celebrate the beauty of a butterfly. They handcraft the creature from copal wood in the style of alebrije sculptures... read more$54.99$43.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
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$489.99$440.99Artist: Manuel Cruz
Turquoise River Days
Handcrafted Turquoise Copal Wood Otter and Fish Figurine
Turquoise River Days, Handcrafted Turquoise Copal Wood Otter and Fish Figurine
Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
After cheerful hours swimming in the river, a cute otter has found the perfect meal to make the day. Crafted by Mexico's Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez, this copal wood figurine comes hand-painted in the... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
Shimmering Fish
Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico
Shimmering Fish, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Glittering with silver tones and vibrant, multicolored designs, an elaborate fish makes a mystical addition to your home decor with this figurine from Mexico. Pablo and Lucy Mendez, who carry on the... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Wild Wolf
Hand Painted Wood Wolf Alebrije
Wild Wolf, Hand Painted Wood Wolf Alebrije
Claudio Ojeda
This wonderful alebrije figurine is the original creation of Mexico's Claudio Ojeda. The Oaxacan artisan carves the howling wolf by hand from cedar wood, and then paints it by hand with colorful... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Claudio Ojeda
Sierra Coyote
Hand Painted Coyote Alebrije
Sierra Coyote, Hand Painted Coyote Alebrije
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes, Mexico's Jesus and Roxana Hernandez create this marvelous small sculpture. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with an... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Horse of the Sea
Hand Painted Seahorse Alebrije Sculpture
Horse of the Sea, Hand Painted Seahorse Alebrije Sculpture
Marina Lozano
This irresistible, colorful creature from Marina Lozano will win your heart. The alebrije is crafted by hand from recycled papier mache and carefully painted by hand. The whimsical sculpture has the... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Vivid Coyote
Artisan Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Statuette
Vivid Coyote, Artisan Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Statuette
Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
In the 1930s in Oaxaca, Mexico, an artist named Pedro Linares fell ill. In his fevered dreams, he saw fantastical creatures--a lion with the head of a bird; a rooster with bull's horns. The colorful... read more$124.99$112.49Artist: Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
Owl Joy
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico
Owl Joy, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Painted in happy shades of spring green, sunrise orange, and violet, this charming owl figurine is sure to brighten up any room. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the owl from copal wood... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez