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
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
This delightful papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her version of a quetzalcoatl, which was a feathered serpent deity in ancient Mesoamerica....read more
With wings spread protectively, Werika covers the forehead of a mysterious personage. Regarded by the Huichol as their divine mother, she also represents Our Lady of Guadalupe. One of her heads talks...read more
Representing the cultural richness of Mexico, this traditional alebrije sculpture is created by Mexican artisan Morneo. He combines the body of a dragon with the head of an eagle, crafted from...read more
This delightful sculpture is the original creation of Morneo in Mexico. Painted in the colorful folk art style of alebrijes, the sculpture is crafted of papier mache, Kraft paper and wire. A dapper...read more
Sculpted of papier mache, a plump little hen wears eagles on her wings. The two-headed eagle symbolizes Werika, worshiped by Huichols as their mother, the one who listens to their prayers and helps...read more
Day of the Dead celebrations are very popular in Mexico and Catrinas are a big part of it with their colorful, yet skeletal female figures. Catrinas' origins date back to satirical vignettes from 1910...read more
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
Catrinas are skeletal, but very colorful female figures popular in the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico, whose origin dates back to the satirical vignettes mocking the country's upper class made...read more
This alebrije is amazing. I bought it to add to may collection of Marina Lozanos beautiful work. I tell my 7 year old grand daughter that these will be hers someday...and that they are not toys but works of art.