Fantastic Shark - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving moose

Fantastic Shark - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving mooseFantastic shark wood carving by the Vidales family in Oaxaca, Mexico. The carving of this piece is very impressive with perfect proportions. The delicacy and fluidity in the carving is very impressive. This piece is decorated with traditional Oaxacan Zapotec patterns in black detail over an elegant green, orange & purple palette. The decorative patterns found on this piece are locally known as "grecas" and can be found at the pyramids of Mitla and

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5" (detachable flippers)Material: Copal wood & Acrylic PaintSigned by the artist

5" x 3" x 2"Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist

36 individually carved pieces

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This bull is decorated with traditional Oaxacan Zapotec patterns in black detail over an elegant blue & purple palette

Delicately painted with the traditional ancient Zapotec design and pointillism of the region