Hammerhead Shark - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving owlThis Hammerhead Shark Alebrije is a striking fusion of Oaxacan folk art and oceanic power hand carved, hand painted, and wholly unique. Crafted from copal wood by skilled artisans in the renowned village of San Martn Tilcajete, each piece is brought to life with vibrant, meticulously painted patterns using natural pigments. The distinct form of the hammerhead bold, otherworldly, and symbolic lends itself perfectly to the surreal, imaginative world of
As always their carving and painting are exceptional
Owl alebrije wood carving by the Morales family from Arrazola
Mexico Length/ Height/ Width: 12" x 4" x 11
Mexico combines a xoloitzcuintli dog with an eagle
Alebrijes are made from the wood of the copal tree which is native to the forests of Oaxaca
Such a creative and colorful piece by one of the most talented artists in Oaxaca
Length/Height/Width: 14" x 7" x 5"
5"Handcrafted out of copal woodSigned by the artist (certificate of authenticity included)
This beautiful and vibrant pug and gorilla fusion alebrije wood carving by the Ramirez family was expertly carved out of locally sourced copal wood and painted with the finest of detail
This fabulous coyote alebrije wood carving by the Morales family was expertly carved out of locally sourced copal wood and painted with the finest of detail
Height/Length/Width: 18
Carefully decorated in acrylic paint with the traditional design and pointillism of the region inspired by the ancient Zapotec designs found on ruins throughout Oaxaca
