gifts for artists (24 items)
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
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
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
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$99.99$89.99Artist: 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
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
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
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$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mango Axolotl
Orange-Yellow Wood Axolotl Alebrije Key Fob
Mango Axolotl, Orange-Yellow Wood Axolotl Alebrije Key Fob
Claudio Ojeda
This charming key fob is hand crafted by Claudio Ojeda in Mexico. The axolotl alebrije is carved from copal wood and painted in mango orange and a colorful array of patterns and shapes. The wood... read more$23.99$21.59Artist: Claudio Ojeda
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
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$49.99$44.99Artist: 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
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$59.99$53.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
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
Hummingbird Song
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament
Hummingbird Song, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico hand-paint this charming hummingbird alebrije ornament sky blue with red details on the tail and multicolor designs on the body. Hanging from a yellow... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez