gifts for artists (27 items)
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
Walking Cat
Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Red from Mexico
Walking Cat, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Red from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Taking a walk, a charming 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 red cat with intricate... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: 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
Brilliant Armadillo
Handmade Folk Art Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture
Brilliant Armadillo, Handmade Folk Art Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an armadillo. The statuette is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$49.99$44.99Artist: 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$87.99$79.19Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Little Black Mouse Perez
Turquoise and Black Mouse Alebrije Figure Signed by Artisans
Little Black Mouse Perez, Turquoise and Black Mouse Alebrije Figure Signed by Artisans
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This black and turquoise mouse figure is a magical alebrije, an animal wood carving painted in fantastic colors. He is named after another fantasy creature, the Ratoncito Pérez, Mexico's answer to the... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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
Mexican Dragon in Blue
Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture of Dragon in Blue from Mexico
Mexican Dragon in Blue, Copal Wood Alebrije Sculpture of Dragon in Blue from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna celebrate the artistic traditions of their country, crafting an alebrije dragon from copal wood and maguey fibers. With captivating hand-painted motifs against a blue... read more$119.99$107.99Artist: 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$39.99$35.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
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$67.99$61.19Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
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
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
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$89.99$80.99Artist: 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$94.99$85.49Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Enchanting Armadillo
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Armadillo Figurine
Enchanting Armadillo, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Armadillo Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Exquisitely decorated with the detailed motifs that distinguish alebrije artwork, this armadillo is handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. The figurine is painted... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Flaming Force
Hand-Painted Orange and Red Flaming Alebrije Bull Figurine
Flaming Force, Hand-Painted Orange and Red Flaming Alebrije Bull Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
This strong bull, hand-carved from copal wood, has a flaming aura thanks to its exquisitely hand-painted design. Red, orange and yellow hues cover this alebrije figurine, handcrafted by Mexican... read more$94.99$85.49Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Oaxaca Snail
Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture
Oaxaca Snail, Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
Adorned with cheerful artistry, this purple and pink snail makes its way from the magical lands of Oaxaca. "The snail symbolizes life that starts and ends in a spiral," believe Zeny and... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: 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$67.99$61.19Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Sophisticated Cat
Black Alebrije Cat Silver and Purple Hand Painted Motifs
Sophisticated Cat, Black Alebrije Cat Silver and Purple Hand Painted Motifs
Zeny and Reyna
This cool cat alebrije hand carved from copal wood is dressed to the nines with a black body hand painted with intricate designs in purple and silver. This alebrije is handcrafted by artisans Zeny and... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: 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$79.99$71.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Whistling Coyote
Multi-Color Wood Whistling Coyote Alebrije
Whistling Coyote, Multi-Color Wood Whistling Coyote Alebrije
Teresita Gonzalez
This charming little coyote alebrije, who could be whistling a tune on a sunny day, is hand crafted out of copal wood by artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Mexico. A bright array of colors and myriad of... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
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$69.99$62.99Artist: 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
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
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft this lovely Mexican alebrije hummingbird of copal wood. Each alebrije is unique, with the artisans using the natural shape of the copal wood to help determine the... read more$47.99$43.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana 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$79.99$71.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
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