Leopard - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving crabThis leopard sculpture was made with sustainably sourced copal wood using techniques that have been passed down over generations. The detail in the carving is a result of years of practice using the tools of traditional wood carvers which include gouges, chisels, machetes and sandpaper. The piece was decorated with Eleazars very distinct style which incorporates the use of a syringe using natural dyes and acrylic paint. At VivaMexico. com we offer an
Beautiful owls alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales
Such a unique and striking piece
This large piece was carved out of copal wood which is the wood of choice for most Oaxacan artists
This collectors piece was carved out of a single piece of wood and hand painted to perfection
Length/Height/Width: 25" x 6
Absolutely gorgeous bull wood carving by the Vidales family in Oaxaca
Notice how even the inside of the wings are painted with the same detail as the rest of the piece
Alebrijes are magical and colorful creations made from the imagination of the artisans and crafted using techniques perfected and passed down over many generations
Exceptional ocelot sculpture by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales
Masterfully carved out of 
Exquisite reading fox alebrije wood carving by the Sosa family in Oaxaca Mexico
Red dog alebrije wood carving by Gaspar Calvo
