Large Rabbit - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving owlGorgeous one piece rabbit alebrije handcrafted by the Sosa family at their workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico. Expertly carved out of copal wood which is sustainably grown in the fields surrounding the workshop. The fine detail in the painting incorporates Zapotec patterns which have an important presence in Oaxacan culture. An exceptional work of Mexican folk art! Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoHeight Length Width: 16" x 13. 5" x 7"Material: Copal woodSigned by the
Excellent one-piece coral snake wood carving by top Oaxacan artists Damian & Beatriz Morales
MexicoHeight/Width/Depth: 12" x 8" x 8"Material: Copal wood (Detachable branches)Signed by the artist
The drying process results in the wood splintering and cracking
Masterfully carved out of copal wood at his workshop in Oaxaca and painted with great detail by his wife Tibida
This piece was expertly carved out of copal wood (which is sustainably sourced in Oaxaca) and painted with very fine detail at the Sosa workshop in Oaxaca where several family members participate in the making of alebrijes
Carved out of copal wood and painted with great detail and vibrant colors
The facial expression and body language of this rabbit gives off the feeling that he has been startled and is getting ready to take off
Expertly carved out of copal wood by Jesus and painted with the Hernandez signature style by Roxana
Length/Height/Width:12" x 9" x 11"
Masterpiece jaguar head alebirije wood carving handcrafted by Nestor Melchor & Leticia Fabian in Oaxaca
This technique was invented and perfected by Doña Rosa
The patterns on the back are from the ancient Zapotec culture which is very engrained in the culture of Oaxaca and is the inspiration of many artists in the region
