Fierce Jaguar,'Handmade Wooden Alebrije Statuette'

Novica Handmade Winged Song Wood Alebrije Statuette

This graceful winged gazelle alebrije hand carved from copal wood is a beautiful teal blue with hand painted detailed circle and dot motifs in purple and green across his body. This alebrije is handcrafted by artisans Zeny and Reyna of Mexico. ... more

Handmade Vigilant Shark Alebrije wood statuette (Mexico) - 26 x 25 x 24

Hola! We're Zeny Fuentes and my wife, Reyna Piña. We're from a small town in Oaxaca, says Zeny by way of introduction. We both come from families dedicated to carving and painting wood in a style known as alebrije. ... more

Handmade Alebrije wood statuette Psychedelic Turtle (Mexico) - 2" H x 6.5" W x 7" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. colorful flowers blossoming on its shell, this turtle captivates with psychedelic artistry. ... more

Rosalind Wheeler Susanna Chirping Cricket Wood Alebrije Figurine Wood in Brown/Red | 3.5 H x 5.5 W x 6 D in | Wayfair

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. It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly... ... more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Green Deer Wood Alebrije Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray/Green | 6.75 H x 2 W x 3.1 D in | Wayfair

Carved by hand from copal wood, this wonderful alebrije is from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico. The folk art form originated in Oaxaca but has become popular throughout the country and beyond. The deer statuette is meticulously painted by hand in... ... more

Trinx Eftimia Merry Martian Alebrije Figurine Wood in Blue/Brown/Green | 1.8 H x 2.8 W x 2 D in | Wayfair 81A0E5A5950B481E9CB32C8245A30480

Crafted in the style of oaxacan alebrije sculptures, this enchanting figurine is from gerardo and teresa ojeda in mexico. The small statuette is carved from copal wood and meticulously painted by hand. | Trinx Eftimia Merry Martian Alebrije Figurine... ... more

Bold Coyote,'Oaxacan Wood Alebrije Statuette'

In the 1930s in Oaxaca, Mexico, an artist named Pedro Linares fell ill. In his fevered dreams, he saw fantastical creatures--a lion with the head of a bird; a rooster with bull's horns. The colorful animals all rushed toward him shouting the nonsense... ... more

Magnificent Pegasus,'Handcrafted Alebrije Wood Pegasus Statuette from Mexico'

Handcrafted by Pablo and Lucy Mendez of Mexico, this magnificent Pegasus stands with wings spread, poised for flight. Using bright colors, the artisans paint the copal wood alebrije statuette with meticulous detail. Small parts are separated for... ... more

'Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Red'

A magnificent embodiment of Mexico's rich artistic heritage, this charming wooden alebrije figurine shaped like an adorable porcupine is carved by hand from copal wood and boasts delightful quills ingeniously made from toothpicks. The vibrant light red... ... more

Ebony statuette, 'Fierce Tiger'

Sleek and beautiful a tiger reclines. Yet the elegant cat snarls a warning to any who would draw close. Hand-carved of ebony wood this regal sculpture by Samuel and Francis Agbetey exalts the natural world. ... more

Handmade Wood Alebrije Statuette, 'Chirping Cricket' (Mexico) - 5.5" H x 3.5" W x 6" D

A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of yellow and red. ... more

Orange Quetzal,'Multicolored Wooden Bird Alebrije Sculpture'

This marvelous quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail. The Oaxacan folk art form dates back to the 1930s. A... ... more

Novica Handmade Fierce Rhinoceros Wood Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez work in the tradition of Oaxacan alebrijes to create this amazing figurine. The rhinoceros is carved by hand from copal wood and painted in meticulous detail. ... more

Fierce Rhinoceros,'Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Figurine'

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez work in the tradition of Oaxacan alebrijes to create this amazing figurine. The rhinoceros is carved by hand from copal wood and painted in meticulous detail. ... more

Bright Green Antelope,'Bright Green Wooden Antelope Statuette with Brown Horns'

This statuette is an original design by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu of West Africa. An antelope, hand-carved from sese wood, stands atop a platform, bending its head as though grazing in the Ghanaian savanna. The antelope is painted bright green with dark... ... more

The Dancing Sri,'Cement Goddess Statuette with Wooden Base'

Skillfully hand carved in relief, the graceful goddess on Sarono's statuette dances to her own melody. The Javanese artisan casts the statuette from a combination of cement and lava sand before adding a sturdy wooden base with iron rods for support. ... more

'Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Lavender'

A splendid expression of Mexico's artistic heritage, this wooden alebrije figurine resembles an endearing porcupine. Meticulously hand-carved from copal wood, its whimsical charm is accentuated by the ingeniously crafted toothpick quills. The... ... more

Stargazing Giraffe in Blue,'Wood Giraffe Alebrije Hand Painted in Blue and Ochre'

This young giraffe looks up in amazement at all the stars that appear on a clear night. This wooden Oaxaca alebrije is the creation of artist Esteban Hernandez and features fine detailed patterns in shades of blue and rust. The tail and ears will be... ... more

'Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Turquoise'

In the heart of Mexico's artistic tradition, a mesmerizing wooden alebrije figurine takes shape. Carved by hand with meticulous precision from copal wood, this exquisite porcupine figurine features quills cleverly crafted from toothpicks, lending an... ... more

NOVICA Handmade Posing Pintail Duck Wooden Statuette (Indonesia) - 4.9" H x 11.75" W x 4.1" D

Hand-carved sculpture is signed by the artist, Decorative accessory recreates a pintail duck, Statue in Balinese albesia wood captures bird's natural elegance. A wary species, the pintail duck can migrate thousands of miles every year. ... more

Armadillo Fiesta,'Multicolored Wood Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture'

Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an armadillo. The statuette is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad motifs in vibrant colors. The sculpture makes a... ... more

Brilliant Armadillo,'Handmade Folk Art Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture'

Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an armadillo. The statuette is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad motifs in vibrant colors. The sculpture makes a... ... more

Chirping Cricket,'Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico'

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.... ... more

Little Burro,'Hand Painted Burro Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico'

Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of a burro. The statuette is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad motifs in vibrant colors. The sculpture makes a great... ... more

'Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Jade Green'

Experience the splendor of Mexico's artistic heritage embodied in this remarkable wooden alebrije figurine, a delightful portrayal of an adorable porcupine. Crafted by hand with meticulous precision from copal wood, its whimsical allure is enhanced by... ... more

My Domain in Gold,'Blue and Gold Copal Wood Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca'

Any cat lover knows that felines love to be up in high places to better supervise the goings-on in their (not our) houses. This yellow/orange/gold-dominant multicolored wooden cat alebrije by Esteban Hernandez of Oaxaca is designed specifically to be... ... more

My Domain,'Copal Wood Oaxaca Alebrije Cat in Multiple Bright Colors'

Any cat lover knows that felines love to be up in high places to better supervise the goings-on in their (not our) houses. This brightly-colored wooden cat alebrije by Esteban Hernandez of Oaxaca is designed specifically to be displayed on the edge of... ... more

Zapotec Bat Deity Urn,'Collectible Zapotec Ceramic Statuette Museum Replica'

Angel Cerón crafts an impressive ceramic replica of an urn in the shape of the bat deity, attributed to the Zapotec people.The original sculpture was found in Monte Albán, Oaxaca. The deity's head is shaped like bat wings, its face features fierce... ... more

Ceramic statuette, 'Nativity Stable I'

Designed for a nativity scene this rustic stable is created by Thailand's Duangkamol. She crafts the ceramic hut by hand expertly detailing the wooden logs and palm roof with glazed and painted details. ... more

Wise Ganesha,'Hand Crafted Cement Ganesha Statuette'

Carved in relief, Hindu deity Ganesha and his many hands come to life on Sarono's beautiful statuette. The Javanese artisan hand casts the statuette from a combination of cement and lava sand before adding a sturdy wooden base with iron rods for support. ... more

My Best Friend,'Albesia Wood Dog-Motif Statuette from Bali'

Man's best friend gets a springy upgrade in Togog Suyasa's charming wooden statuette. The Balinese artisan hand carves the statuette from albesia wood, using slim iron rods to create the dog's legs and tail. A coiled iron neck spring allows the dog's... ... more

Standing Jaguar,'Artisan Crafted Oaxacan Alebrije'

Carved by hand from copal wood, this magnificent jaguar alebrije sculpture is carefully hand-painted in meticulous detail. The statuette from Esteban Hernandez in Mexico is an excellent example of the Oaxacan folk art. The folk art tradition of... ... more

Novica Handmade Merry Martian Wood Alebrije Figurine

Crafted in the style of Oaxacan alebrije sculptures, this enchanting figurine is from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico. The small statuette is carved from copal wood and meticulously painted by hand. ... more

Novica Handmade Armadillo Fiesta Wood Alebrije Figurine - 5 cm H x 4 cm W x 17.5 cm D

Preserving an art form unique to Oaxaca, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez craft this amazing alebrije sculpture of an armadillo. The statuette is carved by hand from copal wood and painted with myriad motifs in vibrant colors. ... more

Novica Handmade Crazy Martian Wood Alebrije Figurine

Crafted in the style of Oaxacan alebrije sculptures, this enchanting figurine is from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico. The small statuette is carved from copal wood and meticulously painted by hand. ... more

Colorful Squirrel,'Handcrafted Oaxacan Wood Alebrije'

This stunning alebrije sculpture is the original work of Esteban Hernandez in Mexico. Carved by hand from copal wood, the statuette is painted in meticulous detail with elaborate patterns and bold colors. The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back... ... more

Orange Deer,'Handcrafted Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture'

Carved by hand from copal wood, this wonderful alebrije is from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico. The folk art form originated in Oaxaca but has become popular throughout the country and beyond. The deer statuette is meticulously painted by hand in... ... more