Fantastic Shark - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving otterFantastic shark wood carving by the Vidales family in Oaxaca, Mexico. Expertly carved out of copal wood which is a sustainably sourced wood. Copal branches are used for carvings in order to preserve the life of the tree and ensure a plentiful source of wood for generations to come. The painting incorporates patterns inspired by the ancient Zapotec culture of Oaxaca. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 8. 5" x 3. 75" x 2"Handcrafted out of copal
The carving and painting is wonderfully done with so many fine details throughout
Turtle alebrije wood carving by Lauro Ramirez & his family workshop in Oaxaca
Carved out of a large piece of wood with great detail and painted with Orlando's famous combination of Zapotec patterns and vibrant colors
Superb eagle alebrije wood carving by Susano Morales & family
Length/Height/Width: 9" x 3
Incredible gorilla with passenger chameleon alebrije wood carving by the Ramirez family workshop in Oaxaca
Exceptional on-piece bighorn ram alebrije wood carving
The detail in the carving as well as the painting that went into this piece really sets it apart from the rest
This brown fox wood carving also known as \"alebrije\" was carved and painted in the small town of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico by the Hernandez family which is one of the 7 original families who popularized the art of wood-carving
This striped cat wood carving also known as "alebrije" was carved and painted in the small town of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico by the Hernandez family which is one of the 7 original families who popularized the art of wood-carving
This alebrije would be a fantastic addition to any collection
A wonderful collectors piece by one of the most popular family of artists in Oaxaca
