Mini Sea Turtle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving black clay

Mini Sea Turtle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving black clayExceptionally detailed mini turtle by the Melchor family workshop. Alebrijes are magical and colorful creations made from the imagination of the artisans and crafted using techniques perfected and passed down over many generations. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 2. 25" x 1. 25" x 1. 25" Material: Copal wood Signed by the artist

Large antelope alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan carver Susano Morales

The softness of the wood allows the carvers to create a level of detail which would not be possible with other types of hard wood

Carefully decorated in acrylic paint with the traditional design and pointillism of the region

The painting is absolutely superb with many extremely fine lines and patterns inspired by Zapotec symbols

25" x 4" x 3

A truly spectacular piece

Whimsical and bright dog alebrije wood carving by married couple Jose Calvo and Magaly Fuentes

The Ramirez family is known worldwide for their excellent wood carvings which are decorated with traditional Zapotec patterns

Owl wood sculpture by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

Exceptionally detailed mini snail by the Melchor family workshop

MexicoLength/Height/Width: 15" x 9" x 4

5" x 10" x 12"