wood art (25 items)
Colorful Butterfly
Unique Butterfly Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Colorful Butterfly, Unique Butterfly Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico
Marina Lozano
This fantastical papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her unique version of a butterfly, with an unusual splayed tail and lizard-like head. The... read more$77.99Artist: Marina Lozano
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$104.99Artist: Marina Lozano
Colorful Bird
Bird-Like Papier Mache Alebrije Sculpture
Colorful Bird, Bird-Like Papier Mache Alebrije Sculpture
Marina Lozano
This unique papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her fantastical version of a bird, with enormous bug-like eyes and a long neck and tail. Designed... read more$77.99Artist: Marina Lozano
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$109.99Artist: 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
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$589.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Ocotlan Owl
Multicolored Owl Alebrije
Ocotlan Owl, Multicolored Owl Alebrije
Zeny and Reyna
Working in the traditional Oaxacan folk art style, Zeny and Reyna create this gorgeous alebrije sculpture. The wide-eyed owl is crafted from copal wood and painted with a dizzying array of motifs in a... read more$567.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Lord of the Dead
Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Lord of the Dead, Ceramic Statuette Vessel Day of the Dead Mexico
Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Angel Ceron crafts a faithful replica of a ceremonial bowl found in the Zaachila archeological site of the state of Oaxaca. Crafted of ceramic, it features Mictlantecuhtli, Lord of the Dead, striking... read more$69.99Artist: Angel Ceron Artisan Association
Sly Siamese
Hand-Painted Cat Alebrije
Sly Siamese, Hand-Painted Cat Alebrije
Zeny and Reyna
Working with native copal wood, Zeny and Reyna in Mexico create this wonderful alebrije sculpture, a popular traditional folk art of Oaxaca. The whimsical Siamese cat is painted in loving detail with... read more$477.99Artist: 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$67.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Dancing Toucans
Handmade Bird Alebrijes (Pair)
Dancing Toucans, Handmade Bird Alebrijes (Pair)
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This delightful duo is handcrafted by Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in the style of Oaxacan alebrijes. Carved from copal wood, the two toucans are painted by hand with colorful paints. The folk... read more$79.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Ancestral Image
Hand Carved Wood Skull Figurine in Yellow from Mexico
Ancestral Image, Hand Carved Wood Skull Figurine in Yellow from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Mexico's pre-Hispanic cultures honored their dead through celebrations and commemorations; after the arrival of the Spaniards, these cultural traditions became fused with the Catholic church's rituals... read more$89.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
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$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Imposing Quetzalcoatl
Wood Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico
Imposing Quetzalcoatl, Wood Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico
Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
The Feathered-Serpent deity of ancient Mesoamerican culture, known as Quetzalcoatl, is the star of this exceptional alebrije figurine that pays homage to traditional Mexican folk art in a most... read more$107.99Artist: Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
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$57.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Dead Wedding
Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Wedding Retablo from Peru
Dead Wedding, Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Wedding Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Celebrating their marriage, two newlywed calavera skeletons are surrounded by musicians who play joyously. Peruvian artisan Erika Ulloa creates this traditional retablo, bringing the spirit of Day of... read more$104.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Carnival Mask Shop
Hand-Painted Ceramic Carnival Retablo from Peru
Carnival Mask Shop, Hand-Painted Ceramic Carnival Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
Evoking the Day of the Dead, this exciting retablo depicts a group of skeletons peddling their handcrafted carnival masks. Jose Ramos designs the diorama, crafting it of wood with hand-painted ceramic... read more$187.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Musical Caravan
Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Music Retablo from Peru
Musical Caravan, Wood and Ceramic Day of the Dead Music Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Playing music on their guitarras and drinking pisto liquor, a group of skeletons adds the spirit of Day of the Dead to your home decor. Erika Ulloa deisngs this traditional retablo, crafting each of... read more$99.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Holy Skeletal Night
Rustic Style Pinewood Hand Crafted Nativity Scene (Set of 9)
Holy Skeletal Night, Rustic Style Pinewood Hand Crafted Nativity Scene (Set of 9)
Jose Canil Ramos
Jose Canil Ramos combines Guatemala's Day of the Dead customs with Christian traditions for the design of this extraordinary nativity scene. "I thought it would be fun to make it with innocent... read more$104.99Artist: Jose Canil Ramos
Love for All Eternity
Day of the Dead Themed Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Love for All Eternity, Day of the Dead Themed Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Jose Ramos
Romantic love, that universal feeling that unites two people in life and also in the afterlife, is the inspiration behind Peruvian artisan Jose Ramos’ remarkable retablo where that powerful emotion is... read more$77.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Together until the End
Day of the Dead Style Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Together until the End, Day of the Dead Style Afterlife Wedding Ceramic Retablo
Jose Ramos
The profound and timeless emotion of romantic love, which unites two individuals in both life and the afterlife, serves as the driving force behind this extraordinary retablo depicting two skeletons... read more$77.99Artist: Jose Ramos
Carpenter Catrin
Hand Painted Ceramic Catrin Sculpture
Carpenter Catrin, Hand Painted Ceramic Catrin Sculpture
Jorge Escamilla
In an homage to José Guadalupe Posada's "La Calavera Catrina", Mexico's Jorge Escamilla creates this fun sculpture. Wearing overalls and carrying a saw and a wooden board, the skeletal... read more$59.99$47.99Artist: Jorge Escamilla
Majestic Quetzalcoatl
Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine
Majestic Quetzalcoatl, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine
Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
This exquisite alebrije figurine embodies the grandeur of Quetzalcoatl, the mythical Feathered-Serpent deity of ancient Mesoamerican culture. Vivid hues and meticulous designs hand-painted by Mexico’s... read more$107.99Artist: Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez
Merry Martian
Hand-Painted Alebrije Figurine
Merry Martian, Hand-Painted Alebrije Figurine
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Crafted in the style of Oaxacan alebrije sculptures, this enchanting figurine is from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico. The small statuette is carved from copal wood and meticulously painted by... read more$37.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Afterlife Canteen
Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Afterlife Canteen, Hand-Painted Ceramic Day of the Dead Style Retablo from Peru
Jose Ramos
This vibrant retablo showcases a group of skeletons that rise from their eternal dreams and return for a night of earthly pleasures, eating, drinking and celebrating their lives and memories. Evoking... read more$139.99Artist: Jose Ramos