Hand-Painted Wood Dragon Alebrije from Mexico, "Happy Dragon"
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This happy dragon alebrije from Mexico is handcrafted of copal wood, featuring an intricate shape with a slithering tongue coming out of its mouth. Teresita Gonzalez presents the figurine, painted by hand with vibrant colors that catch the eye.These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Calo gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.
- 0.14 kgs
- 0.3 lbs
- 23 cm H x 21 cm W x 19 cm D
- 9" H x 8.25" W x 7.5" D
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Shelley
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09/07/2023
"I feel well protected."
The dragon is fierce and friendly and happy and extremely colourful. Thanks for the fine work.
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Happy Dragon, Hand-Painted Wood Dragon Alebrije from Mexico
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Susan
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09/13/2020
"He loves his brother alebrije dragon in Blue."
Fine example of folk art.
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Happy Dragon, Hand-Painted Wood Dragon Alebrije from Mexico
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Karen
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02/01/2024
"Beautiful quality"
These are beautifully made wooden hearts, wonderful for gifts
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Lucinda Rachel
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11/17/2023
"Love this Dillo!"
I am pleased to add this happy Armadillo to my collection. The colors are vibrant and it is well made. I would purchase from this artist again.
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Festive Armadillo, Hand-Painted Wood Armadillo Alebrije Figurine from Mexico
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Jeannine
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04/03/2023
"Second Purchase!"
This is the second Long-Eared Rabbit I purchased from Teresita Gonzalez. The craftsmanship is outstanding, so well made and the colors are vibrant and bright! So cheery, thank you very much again for sharing your talent!
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Long-Eared Rabbit, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
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Jeannine
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04/03/2023
"Adorable!"
This wood Big-Eared Rabbit is just adorable! So well made and painted with such care, I love it!! It brings such a smile to the face! I actually bought a second one and they look wonderful together! Thank you Teresita Gonzalez for sharing your talent!
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Big-Eared Rabbit, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Rabbit Sculpture from Mexico
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