wood signs (24 items)
Celebrating the Birth
Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Celebrating the Birth, Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
Floral doors hide a scene of eternal attraction – the birth of the Baby Jesus. The Three Wise Men accompany Mary and Joseph, every figure attired in the typical clothing of the Peruvian Andes.... read more$49.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Oviform Owl in Black and White
Signed Black and White Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Oviform Owl in Black and White, Signed Black and White Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This owl seems a bit confused over whether the bird or the egg came first, as he is a bit of both. He is carved from copal wood into a sculpture style called alebrije,, famous in the Mexican state of... read more$59.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Cautious Black and White Rhino
Black and White Rhinoceros Alebrije Wood Carving from Oaxaca
Cautious Black and White Rhino, Black and White Rhinoceros Alebrije Wood Carving from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This rhinoceros also has dreams of being a unicorn! He is an alebrije,, an animal wood carving painted in bright colors and fantastic patterns. This fellow was carved and signed by Gerardo and Teresa... read more$89.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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
Yawar Fiesta
Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Yawar Fiesta, Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture from Peru
Alejandro Chavez
Celebrating the condor and its impressive size and strength, the yawar ("blood" in Quechua) fiesta takes place in Peru's Apurimac and Ayacucho regions. The condor represents the people of... read more$79.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
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$149.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$149.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$37.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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
Happy Emperor Penguins
Black and White Penguin Alebrije Figures from Oaxaca (Pair)
Happy Emperor Penguins, Black and White Penguin Alebrije Figures from Oaxaca (Pair)
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
These happy-footed penguins have put on their party clothes for the weekend. The two copal wood figures are alebrijes, a tradition of painting hand-carved animal figures in bright colors and wild... read more$99.99Artist: 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$49.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$89.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Rose Winged Owl
Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Rosy Wings from Oaxaca
Rose Winged Owl, Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Rosy Wings from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
"Why, hello!" says this adorable owl after he emerges from his package in your home. 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
Insomniac Lion
Purple Sleepy Lion Alebrije Carving with Detachable Tail
Insomniac Lion, Purple Sleepy Lion Alebrije Carving with Detachable Tail
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
No matter what the song says, this lion cannot sleep until he gets a good home. He is an alebrije, an animal carving painted in bright colors and wild designs. The big jungle cat is created and signed... read more$44.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Cautious Amber Rhino
Yellow Orange Dominant Rhinoceros Alebrije Sculpture
Cautious Amber Rhino, Yellow Orange Dominant Rhinoceros Alebrije Sculpture
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
You caught this fellow while he was on his way to the watering hole! He is an alebrije, a animal wood carving painted in bright colors and wild designs. This rhino was created and signed by Gerardo... read more$89.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Andean Bullfight
Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo
Andean Bullfight, Hand Crafted Andean Wood Bullfight Retablo
Alejandro Chavez
Set between a nativity scene and a band of traditional musicians, a bullfight takes place in the Andes. Spectators gather around while the tradition and color of the corrida de toros – running of the... read more$419.99Artist: Alejandro Chavez
Dancing Party
Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Dancing Party, Dance-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru
Erika Ulloa
Crafted by hand from ceramic, a group of dancers and musicians bring down the house in this traditional retablo from Peru. Erika Ulloa creates this cultural addition to your home decor. The retablo is... read more$77.99Artist: Erika Ulloa
Divine Akiligo
World Peace Project Wood Sculpture of Ghanaian God Akiligo
Divine Akiligo, World Peace Project Wood Sculpture of Ghanaian God Akiligo
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
"Akiligo is a god that is worshipped by northerners, and if the god is pacified during the Harmattan season it gives the people a bountiful harvest. Akiligo is often believed to bless his... read more$217.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Tajikistan Dames
Set of 3 Handcrafted Traditional Multicolor Wood Figurines
Tajikistan Dames, Set of 3 Handcrafted Traditional Multicolor Wood Figurines
Kodir Egamov
Three charming ladies express Tajikistan's tradition and natural richness in every little detail. These pine and birch wood figurines, crafted by Kodir Egamov, feature hand-painted designs that makes... read more$64.99Artist: Kodir Egamov
Cute Porcupine in Fuchsia
Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Fuchsia
Cute Porcupine in Fuchsia, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Fuchsia
Zeny and Reyna
Fashioned in the style of traditional alebrije handicrafts, this enchanting porcupine figurine is meticulously carved by hand from copal wood while the quills are cleverly made from toothpicks, adding... read more$25.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Meditating Rhino
Signed Handmade Rhino Alebrije Sculpture
Meditating Rhino, Signed Handmade Rhino Alebrije Sculpture
Teresita Gonzalez
This brilliant rhinoceros alebrije is from Teresita Gonzalez in Mexico. The meditating rhino is carved from copal wood and then carefully hand painted with complex patterns in red, blue and other... read more$107.99Artist: Teresita Gonzalez
Crimson Cat
Red and Blue Arched Cat Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Crimson Cat, Red and Blue Arched Cat Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
I don't know what he sees, but this little kitty looks defensive. This fantastically colored animal figure is an alebrije. a sculpture style made famous in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. He is signed by... read more$49.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Frosty Owl
Blue Tipped White and Black Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Frosty Owl, Blue Tipped White and Black Owl Alebrije Figure from Oaxaca
Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
This snowy owl sets down after flying through the frigid winds of the north. Actually, this bird is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals and adds bright colors and... read more$89.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
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$42.49Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda