Gazelle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving - Damian & Beatriz Morales sculpture

Gazelle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving - Damian & Beatriz Morales sculptureGazelle alebrije wood carving by the husband & wife duo Damian & Beatriz Morales of Arrazola, Oaxaca Mexico. Their carvings are some of the most beautiful and colorful sculptures to come out of Oaxaca. This piece was carved out of a large piece of copal wood by Damian and painted by Beatriz. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 14" x 13. 5" x 6. 5"Material: Copal wood (Detachable ears)Signed by the artist

Copal woodHand-crafted itemDetachable tailSigned by the artist

Bees wax is a natural adhesive and also doesn't dry fast which is perfect for this type of art which takes several dozen hours to complete

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