OAXACAN CARVED WOOD ALEBRIJES

Fantastical wood carved animal and insect figures are called ‘alebrijes’ and are a traditional folkart craft in the Oaxacan region of Mexico. Many of the carvers of these fabulous works of art are internationally renowned, having pieces represented in galleries around the world. Often working in very primitive conditions, the men generally do the carving while the women apply the fabulous painted patterns.  Below are just a few examples of the many wonderful creations.

Please note that because our pieces are ‘one-of-a-kind’ and made by hand.  They may not be exactly as shown.

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