oaxaca folk art (26 items)
Blue Yonder
Blue and Green Carved Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Blue Yonder, Blue and Green Carved Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Always associated with knowledge beyond our own, owls are a natural fit to become alebrijes, members of a folk art traditional that paints animal wood sculptures in bright colors and intricate... read more$89.99$85.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$97.99$93.09Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Pouncing Cat
Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
Blue Pouncing Cat, Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"Look what I caught!" this cat seems to say. The playful feline is sculpted from copal wood, the classic for alebrije figures which are famous in the Central Valleys of the Mexican state of... read more$44.99$42.74Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Cat of the Moon and Water
Mexico Alebrije Mystical Cat Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Cat of the Moon and Water, Mexico Alebrije Mystical Cat Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
Zeny and Reyna
The moon illuminates a mysterious blue cat, while fish and turtles swim across its body. Invoking the power of the moon and water, Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into an exquisite... read more$679.99$645.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Celestial Cat
Blue and Teal Alebrije Cat with Star-Like Patterns on Body
Celestial Cat, Blue and Teal Alebrije Cat with Star-Like Patterns on Body
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Whatever it is, this cat is ready to confront it! This fantastically colored animal figure is an alebrije, a sculpture style made famous in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. He is signed by creators... read more$49.99$47.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$49.99$47.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$79.99$75.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$99.99$84.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Dancing Frog
Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Frog Figurine Sculpture
Blue Dancing Frog, Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Frog Figurine Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This dancing frog, all in blue, 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 style of... read more$79.99$75.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Playful Blue Kitten
Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Playful Blue Kitten, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
A whimsical blue kitten romps and plays. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije cat. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based... read more$97.99$93.09Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Blue Hummingbird
Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Blue Hummingbird, Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
A playful hummingbird soars skyward in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful... read more$79.99$75.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Chameleon with the Blues
Blue and Orange Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Chameleon with the Blues, Blue and Orange Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
We all know that chameleons can change color, but this might be a little extreme. Actually, the lizard is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from wood and paints them in... read more$149.99$142.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Green Chameleon
Blue-Footed Green Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Green Chameleon, Blue-Footed Green Chameleon Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Maybe this chameleon is stepping on something blue, or maybe his feet are very cold. Actually, he is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from wood and paints them in bright... read more$149.99$142.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Ocean Dolphin
Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije
Ocean Dolphin, Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
This excellent small dolphin sculpture is the original creation of Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. They work in the folk art style of alebrijes to carve the figurine from copal wood and... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Perky Blue Parrot
Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Perky Blue Parrot, Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
A perky blue parrot alights on a tree branch. With wings spread, it flaunts flirty feathers in bright primary colors. Pablo and Lucy Mendez carry on the traditional alebrije folk art they learned from... read more$279.99$265.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue
Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Stargazing Giraffe in Blue, Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre
Esteban Hernandez
This young giraffe looks up in amazement at all the stars that appear on a clear night. This wooden Oaxaca alebrije is the creation of artist Esteban Hernandez and features fine detailed patterns in... read more$34.99$31.49Artist: Esteban Hernandez
Blue Cat on a Bench
Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)
Blue Cat on a Bench, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)
Zapotec Dream Family Workshop
A playful little cat has taken over a bench in this unique sculpture from the Zapotec Dream Family Workshop in Mexico. Crafted in the style of alebrijes, a folk art style traditional to Oaxaca, the... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: Zapotec Dream Family Workshop
Blue Tortoise
Wood Alebrije Tortoise Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Blue Tortoise, Wood Alebrije Tortoise Sculpture in Blue from Mexico
Teresita Gonzalez
By Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez, this charming alebrije tortoise offers guidance to those in the spirit world. The sculpture is carved of cedar wood, painted by hand with intricate designs to... read more$149.99$142.49Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Winged Song
Teal Alebrije Gazelle with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs
Winged Song, Teal Alebrije Gazelle with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs
Zeny and Reyna
This graceful winged gazelle alebrije hand carved from copal wood is a beautiful teal blue with hand painted detailed circle and dot motifs in purple and green across his body. This alebrije is... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Oaxaca Bull
Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture
Oaxaca Bull, Handpainted Copal Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture
Zeny and Reyna
This captivating copal wood alebrije sculpture of a majestic bull is exquisitely crafted by skilled artisans, Zeny and Reyna. Its vibrant colors, including shades of blue and purple, breathe life into... read more$97.99$93.09Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Golden Skull
Talavera Skull Wall Mask Plaque with Gold Leaf from Mexico
Golden Skull, Talavera Skull Wall Mask Plaque with Gold Leaf from Mexico
Rita Sandoval
Add a very special touch to your decor with this ornate Mexican mask. Rita Sandoval crafts it from ceramic and decorates it with classic Talavera-style floral designs in a combination of white, royal... read more$109.99$104.49Artist: Rita Sandoval
Sky Blue Flowers
Hand-Painted Wooden Decorative Box
Sky Blue Flowers, Hand-Painted Wooden Decorative Box
Carlos Mendez
Artisan Carlos Mendez in Mexico crafts this pretty box from copal wood and paints it by hand in the style of Oaxacan alebrije sculptures. The narrow box is just right for storing jewelry and other... read more$64.99$58.49Artist: Carlos Mendez
Zapotec Mictlantecuhtli
Handcrafted Mineral Paint Mictlantecuhtli Ceramic Sculpture
Zapotec Mictlantecuhtli, Handcrafted Mineral Paint Mictlantecuhtli Ceramic Sculpture
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
The God of the Underworld and Lord of Death, Mictlantecuhtli, comes from his spiritual realm to your home, inviting you to explore the marvels and mysticism of the Zapotec worldview. The Angel Ceron... read more$119.99$113.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Catrina the Temptress
Dia de los Muertos Ceramic Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Catrina the Temptress, Dia de los Muertos Ceramic Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Catrina tempts with a plate of forbidden fruits as she poses in a revealing blue dress with flowers by her feet. As always, she wears a wide-brimmed hat. Artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan... read more$77.99$66.29Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Blue Puebla Swallow
Blue on Ivory Swallow Motif Talavera Style Ginger Jar
Blue Puebla Swallow, Blue on Ivory Swallow Motif Talavera Style Ginger Jar
Isabelle Collins
The swallow motif has long been popular in authentic Talavera pottery and is usually depicted in cobalt blue, popular in the 16th and 17th centuries. However this bird seems to suggest the quetzal... read more$199.99$169.99Artist: Isabelle Collins
Blue Death
Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Skull Figurine from Mexico
Blue Death, Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Skull Figurine from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Mexico's Day of the Dead festivities are unlike any other country's, but skulls are part of the national shared imagery and are a favorite subject for artisans all year. After this hand carved copal... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez