cultural sculpture (12 items)
Culture Elephant II
Hand-Painted Iris and Black Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Culture Elephant II, Hand-Painted Iris and Black Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Anna Yawson
Often associated with luck and divinity, elephants are gentle creatures worshipped in many cultures around the world. Today, these cute giants are the inspiration for Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson, who... read more$19.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Mojarra's Blue-Violet Dream
Hand-Painted Blue-Violet Copal Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine
Mojarra's Blue-Violet Dream, Hand-Painted Blue-Violet Copal Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Dive deep into Mexican culture with a bewitching and whimsical creation by Zeny and Reyna. Working with sturdy copal wood pieces, the artisans give a marine turn to the classic alebrije style... read more$49.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Fluffy Blue-Violet Ears
Marine-Themed Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Bunny Figurine
Fluffy Blue-Violet Ears, Marine-Themed Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Bunny Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Mexico's traditional alebrijes take a charming turn with Zeny and Reyna's newest collection. Inspired by nature and determined to spread the region's vibrant culture, the team works on copal wood to... read more$89.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Placid Feline in Purple
Hand-Painted Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine
Placid Feline in Purple, Hand-Painted Purple Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine
Zeny and Reyna
Pedro Linares's fever dream initiated a vibrant art style that today forms part of Mexico's traditional icons. As part of this glorious culture of colors and mysticism, artisans Zeny and Reyna follow... read more$47.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Iguana Joy
Copal Wood Alebrije Lizard Figurine from Mexico
Iguana Joy, Copal Wood Alebrije Lizard Figurine from Mexico
Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Painted in stunning shades of deep lavender and honey gold, this alebrijereflects the vibrant culture of Mexico. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft the iguana from copal wood and decorate it with... read more$77.99Artist: Jesus and Roxana Hernandez
Purple Pouncing Cat
Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers
Purple Pouncing Cat, Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers
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$49.99Artist: Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda
Pink Peacock Couple
Pink Peacock Nahual Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico
Pink Peacock Couple, Pink Peacock Nahual Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico
Aguilar Artisan Workshop
Although its definitions and interpretations may vary, in some Mesoamerican traditions a nahual is a spirit animal, or even a person who has the ability to shapeshift into that animal. Mexico's... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Aguilar Artisan Workshop
Curiosity Cousin in Purple
Handcrafted Purple Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine
Curiosity Cousin in Purple, Handcrafted Purple Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine
Pablo and Lucy Mendez
With paws outstretched, a quirk of her striped tail, and a sweet expression on her face, this curious cat alebrije wood figurine is certain to capture your heart. Handcrafted from copal wood by... read more$59.99Artist: Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Fantastic Stretch
Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Purple from Mexico
Fantastic Stretch, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Purple from Mexico
Zeny and Reyna
Arching its back in a fantastic stretch over its head, an adorable cat is carved of copal wood in this folk art alebrije figurine from Mexico. Artisan duo Zeny and Reyna create the alebrije... read more$87.99Artist: Zeny and Reyna
Cool Sea Turtle
Wood Alebrije Sea Turtle Figurine in Blue and Purple
Cool Sea Turtle, Wood Alebrije Sea Turtle Figurine in Blue and Purple
Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
Painted by hand with intricate Mexican folk art motifs in cool tones of purple and blue, this delightful sea turtle is designed by artisan duo Eugenia and Roberto Sosa. This alebrije figurine is... read more$34.99Artist: Eugenia and Roberto Sosa
Harmonious Horns in Purple
Andean Floral Ceramic Bull Sculpture in a Purple Base Hue
Harmonious Horns in Purple, Andean Floral Ceramic Bull Sculpture in a Purple Base Hue
Elva Florez
In the thriving lands of Pucara, people attract harmony and good fortune to their houses by setting a gorgeous pair of bulls on their roofs. Known as the Toritos of Pucara, these sculptures are made... read more$19.99Artist: Elva Florez
Olive Cat on a Bench
Handmade Green and Purple Wood Alebrije Sculpture (2 Pieces)
Olive Cat on a Bench, Handmade Green and Purple Wood Alebrije Sculpture (2 Pieces)
Zapotec Dream Family Workshop
Since that fantastic adventure experienced by Pedro Linares in a fever dream, alebrijes have brought cheerfulness to the world through their colorful and vibrant designs. This time, the Zapotec Dream... read more$79.99Artist: Zapotec Dream Family Workshop