Blue Otter - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Damian & Beatriz MoralesOtter alebrije handcrafted out of copal wood by the Sosa family workshop in Oaxaca Mexico. Expertly crafted out of sustainably sourced copal wood which is native to Oaxaca and the preferred wood of most artists in the region. The painting is absolutely superb with fine detailed Zapotec patterns. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 10" x 10" x 3. 5" (detachable tail)Handcrafted out of copal woodSigned by the artist
An excellent piece with a lot of character
Fantastic huichol beaded elephant handcrafted by the indigenous Huichol people of Jalisco
The Zapotec inspired patters have great meaning to the Oaxacan culture and are incorporated into this piece perfectly
The Zapotec patterns are absolutely captivating and the colors really make this piece pop
Coyote by top carver Arsenio Morales
The intricate designs finely painted all over this piece were inspired by those found on the ancient Zapotec ruins in Oaxaca
Expertly carved out of sustainably sourced copal wood in the valleys of Oaxaca
This spotted 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
The Morales family is one of the most popular and their pieces are sought after for the vibrance and delicate detail Their pieces incorporate Zapotec patterns which are inspired by the ancient ruins throughout Oaxaca
Large fantastic cat alebrije wood carving handcrafted out of copal wood by the Sosa family workshop in Oaxaca
MexicoLength/Height/Width: 10" x 4
Spectacular platypus sculpture by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales
