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Pablo and Lucy Mendez
Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

About this Item

This charming alebrije sculpture is the original creation of Mexico's Pablo and Lucy Mendez. The perky chihuahua is carved by hand from copal wood before being painted in meticulous detail. Suns, stars, spirals and fretwork in blue, violets and turquoise shades cover the sculpture.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all ran at him, shouting "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

Dimensions

  • 40 grams
  • 1.41 oz
  • 10 cm H x 11 cm W x 4 cm D
  • 3.9" H x 4.3" W x 1.6" D

Key Features

  • Copal wood
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 389353
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Cresencio

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Feb 20, 2026

So beautiful!”

The alebrije was detailed and beautiful...it is in my office window so the students can see it!

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BARBARA

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Dec 15, 2025

An Exqusite Treasure”

Small but finely made and perfectly painted. A truly mystical spirit animal.

Purchased Item Mystical Coyote, Colorful Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine from Mexico

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William

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Dec 02, 2025

Terrific”

Arrived promptly in as advertised condition. A great addition to our collection from Pablo and Lucy. Excellent product and seller.

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Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Pablo’s profits from the alebrij sculptures he creates for NOVICA allow him to create and financially support a healthy life for his wife and two children.

Job Creator

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Empowering Women

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Lucy's income allows her to provide a necessary basic education to their children in their home.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Lucy financially supports their two children.

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