oaxaca carvings (44 items)
Calling Elephant
Red Dominant Elephant Alebrije Figure Made in Oaxaca
Calling Elephant, Red Dominant Elephant Alebrije Figure Made in Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This beautiful and fanciful elephant figure is calling for a new home. He is an alebrije, a wood carving of an animal in wild colors made famous in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. He is created and... read more$59.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Wind Glider
Blue and Red Copal Wood Pegasus Alebrije from Oaxaca
Wind Glider, Blue and Red Copal Wood Pegasus Alebrije from Oaxaca
Esteban Hernandez
This cobalt blue winged horse figure with flame-colored accents shows that Mexican handcrafts are quite adept at taking outside influences and making them their own. It is based on the European myth... read more$77.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
My Domain in Gold
Blue and Gold Copal Wood Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
My Domain in Gold, Blue and Gold Copal Wood Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
Esteban Hernandez
Any cat lover knows that felines love to be up in high places to better supervise the goings-on in their (not our) houses. This yellow/orange/gold-dominant multicolored wooden cat alebrije by Esteban... read more$54.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Blue Winged Owl
Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Blue Wings from Oaxaca
Blue Winged Owl, Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Blue Wings from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"Whoooo am I?" says this little owl. He needs a name, and you can give it to him. He is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from copal wood, then paints them in... read more$49.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$49.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Magical Rabbit
Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Magical Rabbit, Copal Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Manuel Cruz
This dreamy alebrije figurine is the design of artisan Manuel Cruz. The rabbit is hand carved from copal wood and delicately hand painted using a maguey thorn for finer details in multicolor tones... read more$119.99Artist: Manuel Cruz
Hummingbird Visits a Cactus
Hummingbird and Barrel Cactus Wood Sculpture From Oaxaca
Hummingbird Visits a Cactus, Hummingbird and Barrel Cactus Wood Sculpture From Oaxaca
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Pablo and Lucy Mendez of San Martin Tilcajete are a husband-and-wife team dedicated to carving the local copal wood (Bursera copallifera) into the capricious figures this town in the Mexican state of... read more$99.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Coyote Charm
Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine
Coyote Charm, Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico handcraft this charming coyote alebrije figurine. Painted in colorful shades such as cerulean and light olive, the copal wood coyote takes a howling pose.... read more$59.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Little Mouse Perez
Blue and Red Mouse Alebrije with Black Tail from Oaxaca
Little Mouse Perez, Blue and Red Mouse Alebrije with Black Tail from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This mouse figure is a magical alebrije, an animal wood carving painted in fantastic colors. He is named after another Mexican fantasy creature, the Ratoncito Pérez, Mexico's answer to the tooth... read more$37.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Rainbow Pegasus
Oaxacan Folk Art Pegasus Alebrije
Rainbow Pegasus, Oaxacan Folk Art Pegasus Alebrije
Esteban Hernandez
Mexico's Esteban Hernandez works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this unique pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully... read more$79.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Mythical Pegasus
Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture
Mythical Pegasus, Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture
Esteban Hernandez
Working in the fabulous Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes, Mexico's Esteban Hernandez creates this unique sculpture. He carves the pegasus from copal wood, which is then carefully painted by... read more$79.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
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
Rainbow Snail
Multicolored Wood Snail Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Rainbow Snail, Multicolored Wood Snail Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
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$97.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Elephant Dream
Mexican Hand Painted Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine
Elephant Dream, Mexican Hand Painted Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez honor the alebrije tradition of the town of San Martín Tilcajete in Oaxaca with this delightful little elephant. While the figurine's shape may not be... read more$54.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Bold Goat
Handmade Alebrije Goat Figurine
Bold Goat, Handmade Alebrije Goat Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes, Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico create this marvelous small sculpture. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with an... read more$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Swordfish Mystery
Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico
Swordfish Mystery, Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Carved of copal wood, this delightful figurine from Mexico depicts a swordfish. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna design this "mystery of nature" in the traditional style of alebrije handicrafts.... read more$59.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
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
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$149.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Walking Fish
Hand Painted Fish Alebrije Ornaments (Set of 4)
Walking Fish, Hand Painted Fish Alebrije Ornaments (Set of 4)
Esteban Hernandez
Beautifully carved and painted by hand, this fun set of four ornaments is from Esteban Hernandez in Mexico. The artisan works in the style of alebrijes, a popular Oaxacan folk art form. Each of the... read more$59.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Howling Coyote
Multicolored Alebrije Coyote Figurine with Geometric Motifs
Howling Coyote, Multicolored Alebrije Coyote Figurine with Geometric Motifs
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez capture the classic silhouette of a coyote with its head bent back as it lets out a plaintive howl in this wonderful hand-decorated alebrije sculpture. Carved by hand from... read more$59.99Artist: 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$609.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Sunset Bull
Multicolored Wood Bull Alebrije
Sunset Bull, Multicolored Wood Bull Alebrije
Zeny and Reyna
The exquisite detail on this handcrafted alebrije sculpture from Zeny and Reyna in Mexico make it a stunning addition to home decor. Carved by hand from copal wood, the imposing bull is carefully... read more$579.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Bold Deer
Hand Painted Deer Alebrije Sculpture
Bold Deer, Hand Painted Deer Alebrije Sculpture
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes, Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico create this marvelous deer sculpture. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with an... read more$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Perky Armadillo
Multicolored Armadillo Alebrije
Perky Armadillo, Multicolored Armadillo Alebrije
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Preserving the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes, Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico create this marvelous armadillo sculpture. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with... read more$49.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$279.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Colorful Macaw
Multicolored Hand Painted Pinewood Macaw Figurine
Colorful Macaw, Multicolored Hand Painted Pinewood Macaw Figurine
Manuel Delfino
This sweet small figurine is hand crafted from pinewood by Guatemalan artisan Manuel Delfino. The artist was inspired by the Mexican folk art form of alebrijes, which are fanciful hand-painted animal... read more$23.99Artist: Manuel Delfino
Little Fox
Colorful Copal Wood Fox Alebrije from Mexico
Little Fox, Colorful Copal Wood Fox Alebrije from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez recreate an adorable fox in colorful alebrije form. They hand-carve it from copal wood and decorate its body with festive geometric patterns in a palette of grey, mint... read more$79.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Fantastic Pegasus
Artisan Crafted Pegasus Alebrije
Fantastic Pegasus, Artisan Crafted Pegasus Alebrije
Esteban Hernandez
Esteban Hernandez in Mexico works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this excellent pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully... read more$79.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Psychedelic Pegasus
Handmade Pegasus Alebrije Statuette
Psychedelic Pegasus, Handmade Pegasus Alebrije Statuette
Esteban Hernandez
Working in the fabulous folk art form known as alebrijes, Oaxacan artisan Esteban Hernandez creates this unique sculpture. He carves the pegasus from copal wood, which is then carefully painted by... read more$79.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Amazonian Axolotl
Alebrije Axolotl Sculpture
Amazonian Axolotl, Alebrije Axolotl Sculpture
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This wonderful alebrije axolotl sculpture is the original creation of Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Oaxaca, Mexico. The figurine is hand carved from copal wood and meticulously hand painted with... read more$89.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Blue Axolotl
Handmade Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Axolotl, Handmade Copal Wood Axolotl Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This unique axolotl sculpture is the design of artists Jesus and Roxana Hernandez who recreate one of Mexico's most iconic creatures in a colorful form. Hand crafted from copal wood and hand painted... read more$97.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$119.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Porcupine Spirit
Copal Wood Porcupine Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Porcupine Spirit, Copal Wood Porcupine Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
This exceptional colorful porcupine sculpture is the design of Mexican artists Zeny and Reyna who hand carve its body from copal wood and its quills from maguey plant fiber. They use a multiple array... read more$317.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Relaxed Cat
Cat Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Relaxed Cat, Cat Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez in Mexico create this wonderful sculpture in the Oaxacan folk art tradition of alebrijes. The figurine is carved by hand from copal wood in the form of a stretching... read more$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Rabbit Handstand
Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Rabbit Handstand, Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
In a variety of colors, intricate motifs inspired by the pre-Hispanic Nahua peoples are painted by hand onto an entertaining rabbit doing a handstand. Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez creates this... read more$139.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Crazy Cat
Small Wood Alebrije Figurine
Crazy Cat, Small Wood Alebrije Figurine
Esteban Hernandez
Cocking its head in a curious pose, this little cat is adorable. Esteban Hernandez creates the copal wood figurine in the tradition of alebrijes, a folk art form that originated in his home state of... read more$25.99Artist: Esteban 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$99.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Brilliant Tiger
Small Cedar Wood Tiger Alebrije Sculpture
Brilliant Tiger, Small Cedar Wood Tiger Alebrije Sculpture
Claudio Ojeda
This delightful small sculpture is hand carved from cedar wood by Mexico's Claudio Ojeda. He paints the tiger figurine by hand in the style of alebrijes, a colorful form of Mexican folk art. Small... read more$59.99Artist: Claudio Ojeda
Death and Folklore
Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Death and Folklore, Mexican Hand Painted Terracotta Hue Wooden Skull Figurine
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Skulls are a recurrent theme in Mexican handicrafts, reflecting the convivial and familiar attitudes of the Mexican people towards death. Artisans in San Martín Tilcajete in the state of Oaxaca apply... read more$59.99Artist: 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$69.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Fantasy Elephant
Colorful Handcrafted Trumpeting Elephant Wood Alebrije
Fantasy Elephant, Colorful Handcrafted Trumpeting Elephant Wood Alebrije
Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
This alebrije elephant has news to share. Eugenia and Roberto Sosa handcraft this trumpeting elephant from copal wood with vibrant colors and a variety of detailed motifs. They capture the energy of... read more$389.99Artist: Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
Alebrije Hearts
Five Painted Heart-Shaped Alebrije Mini Ornaments
Alebrije Hearts, Five Painted Heart-Shaped Alebrije Mini Ornaments
Claudio Ojeda
Crafted by hand of Mexican copal wood, five loving hearts are hand-painted with intricate, colorful designs. Working in the time-honored tradition of Oaxaca's alebrije sculptures, Claudio Ojeda... read more$49.95Artist: Claudio Ojeda
Red Hare
Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine
Red Hare, Wood Rabbit Alebrije Figurine
Esteban Hernandez
Working in the tradition of alebrijes, a folk art form that originated in his home state of Oaxaca, Mexican artisan Esteban Hernandez creates this cute figurine. The small sculpture is carved from... read more$25.99Artist: Esteban Hernandez