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Wood Alebrije Tree Frog Sculpture from Mexico, "Lithe Tree Frog"

Working in the folk art style of alebrije sculptures, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy... more

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Working in the folk art style of alebrije sculptures, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez create this striking addition to your home decor. Carved of copal wood and painted by hand with dot motifs in fiery tones of red, yellow, and orange, a lithe tree frog splays its limbs.

Alebrijes are a fairly recent Mexican art form, attributed to Pedro Linares. Unconscious due to illness in 1936, he was presumed near death and yet his dreams were extremely vivid. He tells of a place where all was peaceful and quiet until all of a sudden there appeared a lion with an eagle's head, a rooster with bull's horns and a donkey with butterfly wings. They kept screeching "alebrije, alebrije!" and Pedro began running away. He encountered a man who told him it was not yet his time to be there are and he should continue running towards the exit. In this dream Pedro climbed out of a window and regained consciousness.

  • 7 grams
  • 0.25 oz
  • 9.6 cm H x 20 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • 3.8" H x 7.75" W x 4.1" D

  • Copal wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
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Molly

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08/15/2022

"Cute frog!"

Well crafted, suoer cute!

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Carol

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06/04/2022

"Very Cute"

The frog received is cute, artwork is good and it goes well with my collection

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S

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10/22/2020

"Stunning"

The colors and details are perfect!

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Suzanna

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01/26/2020

"exceptional"

Beautiful craftsmanship. I love it. It was a gift for my daughter and she is thrilled. Everyone on my gift lists may get an alebrije figure this year.

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Sallie

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11/19/2018

"Beautiful!!!"

Beautiful work, nice detail, and carving.

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Ellen

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01/16/2024

"Absolutely perfect addition to my lighted branch tree"

I bought a lighted bare branch tree from a major retailer this Christmas. This beautiful ornament hangs perfectly and can be seen all the way around. It is such a colorful addition to this new tree. I hope to buy more next holiday season.

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Catherine

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12/19/2023

"Great Cricket!"

So well crafted and very cute. Great addition to my cricket collection. The painting is excellent and very detailed .

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dufzor

From Maine

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11/12/2023

"Adorable!"

Recommend!

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Joshua

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11/11/2023

"Wood alebrije sculpture"

Very nice wood sculpture. Carved intricately with, passion no doubt. Much respect to the artisans. That and to their craft etc.

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Deb

From Michigan

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11/05/2023

"Piece of art!"

I have several of these bookmarks on hand to give as gifts along with books for the young people in my life. Beautiful little pieces of art, they are sturdy, and also bright enough not to be misplaced. A couple also reside in my art room, peeking brightly out of a glass jar. Highly recommend!

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  • Cheerful, unique gift for young bookworms!

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robin

From Tennessee

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09/03/2023

"Bookmark with jazz"

Love this and it works well as a bookmark. Great item.

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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.

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

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

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Lucy financially supports their two children.

 
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