Name: Alebrije sculpture, Magical Cat
SKU: 198967

Iguana Joy Copal Wood Alebrije Lizard Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Painted in stunning shades of deep lavender and honey gold, this alebrijereflects the vibrant culture of Mexico. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft the iguana from copal wood and decorate it with detailed designs.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

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Turtle Love Mexican Hand Painted Wood Sea Turtle Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

As alebrijes swim through the subconscious of the artisan's imagination, it seems fitting that they have flippers as this multicolored hand carved sea turtle does. Made using copal wood, this alebrije figurine by artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca, Mexico, has a shell in glorious shades of green, purple, lavender, and brown; the creative geometric designs are patiently painted by hand. Pink flippers and a blue head complete the marine tortoise.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

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Exquisite Armadillo Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Armadillo Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Exquisitely decorated with the detailed motifs that distinguish alebrije artwork, this armadillo is handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. The figurine is painted in colorful shades such as emerald and cerulean.

Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

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Yellow Good Luck Cricket Wood Alebrije Cricket Sculpture in Yellow from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(78)

Drawing inspiration from everything that surrounds them, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez work together to carry on the style of traditional alebrije sculptures. They give good luck wishes with this charming cricket, handcrafted of copal wood with various intricate parts that assemble together. The cricket is finished with a hand-painted design in yellow and black. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

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Blue Tortoise Wood Alebrije Tortoise Sculpture in Blue from Mexico

Teresita Gonzalez

(43)

By Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez, this charming alebrije tortoise offers guidance to those in the spirit world. The sculpture is carved of cedar wood, painted by hand with intricate designs to feature a blue color.

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Fish Fun Multicolored Alebrije Figurine

Cesar Matias

(2)

Designed and crafted in the workshop of Mexico's Cesar Matias, this charming fish figurine is hand-carved from copal wood. It is then carefully painted by hand in the tradition of Oaxacan alebrije folk art.

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Pink Iguana Pink and Yellow Wood Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

This fantastical pink and yellow iguana alebrije from Oaxaca artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez seems unable to decide on a standard appearance, so it adopts several different facades. The sides look like they're covered in scales, a sky blue spine appears on the back and tail, and the legs have mottled yellow and red skin. Hand carved from copal wood, the iguana's decoration is done by hand.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

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Coyote Charm Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico handcraft this charming coyote alebrije figurine. Painted in colorful shades such as cerulean and light olive, the copal wood coyote takes a howling pose. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

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Walking Festive Cat Multicolored Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

Taking a walk, a charming little cat brings the magnificence of Mexican folk art to your home. Zeny and Reyna hand-carve this alebrije figurine of copal wood, hand-painting the cat with intricate and colorful motifs. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

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.

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Chirping Cricket Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(78)

A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of yellow and red. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft the cricket from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

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Sophisticated Cat Black Alebrije Cat Silver and Purple Hand Painted Motifs

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

This cool cat alebrije hand carved from copal wood is dressed to the nines with a black body hand painted with intricate designs in purple and silver. This alebrije is handcrafted by artisans Zeny and Reyna of Mexico. The cat's small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

Each alebrije is unique, as the artist works with the individual shape of each specific copal branch to determine the final design.

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Owl Delight Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Painted in shades such as turquoise, russet, and pastel pink, this charming owl figurine is sure to brighten up any room with its happy design. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the owl from copal wood, decorating it with the detailed motifs that give alebrijes their distinctive appearance.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

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Sun Force, Orange Alebrije Bull with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

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Kaleidoscopic Armadillo, Hand Carved Copal Wood Multicolored Armadillo Alebrije

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

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Fiery Cat, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Orange from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(78)

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Oaxaca Snail, Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

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Zapotec Coyote, Mexico Alebrije Wild Dog Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

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Nocturnal Cat, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

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Magical Cat, Hand Crafted Purple Wood Kittycat Folk Art Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(332)

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Alebrije Collection, Gift Idea 10 Coloring Postcards of Mexican Animal Alebrijes

Alejandra Aceves

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Featured Reviews

Wood alebrije figurine, 'Sun Force'

Helen

Jul 30, 2021

Fabulous!

I have purchased two of these bulls. Gifts for my sons and they love them! Vibrant colors! Beautiful works of art!

Beautiful

Bold

Decorative

High Quality

Lightweight Sculpture!

Oaxaca Arts And Crafts

Oaxaca Carved Animals

Oaxaca Wood

Simple

Multicolor Sculpture

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Blue Tortoise'

Nana Jane

May 3, 2020

Better than the picture

This substantial little turtle is more a fine example of alebrije without having the slightly menacing look of many of them. the detail is amazing, and the expression on its face is wonderful - both knowing and olayful. The colors fit well with current decor while retaining a folk art feel.

Hand Painted Sculpture

Folk Art Sculpture

Alebrije Sculpture

Animal Themed Sculpture

Alebrije sculpture, 'Magical Cat'

Kevin

Dec 4, 2020

Beautiful addition to my collection!

An exceptional piece, especially for a cat lover...Wonderful colors and craftmanship! A welcome addition to any collection or a great reason to start one!

Beautiful And Useful My Two Favorite Things

Cat Home Decor

Folk Art

Great Colors!

Mexican Carved Wood Animal

Mexican Folk Art Animals.

Oaxaca Folk Art

Window Decor