Chihuahua - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving barro negro

Chihuahua - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving barro negroFantastic sitting chihuahua by top Oaxacan artist Narciso Gonzalez. This beautiful alebrije wood carving was handcrafted out of a single piece of copal wood which Narciso gathered from the fields surrounding his home in Oaxaca. The carving is absolutely superb with perfect proportions and great form. The bright colors and intricate detail make this a true masterpiece. An excellent addition to any art collection from one of Oaxacas most sought after

Beautiful alebrije woodcarving by the talented artists of the Sosa family

Handcrafted out of copal wood (detachable tongue)

Eagle alebrije wood carving by the husband & wife duo Damian & Beatriz Morales of Arrazola

Gorgeous quail by the Ramirez family workshop

Handcrafted out of copal wood and painted with intricate patterns inspired by ancient Zapotec stone carvings

Wonderful elephant by top Oaxacan artist Narciso Gonzalez

5" x 3"Material: Copal wood & Acrylic PaintSigned by the artist Alebrijes are magical and colorful creations made out of copal wood in Oaxaca

Mexico Height/Length/Width: 7" x 4

and shape is unique as well as unrepeatable

Amazing blue Raccoon carved out of a single piece of copal wood

The copal tree is considered to be sacred and only grows in the region of Oaxaca and is the wood of choice for most wood carvers

5" x 10" x 11" (Detachable tail)Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist