Mini Hawk - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving rooster

Mini Hawk - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving roosterMiniature Oaxacan alebrije wood carving. Alebrijes are magical and colorful creations made in Oaxaca, Mexico. Each carving is one of a kind and made entirely by hand. This miniature alebrije is a fantastic addition to any collection! Sizes of our mini alebrijes are approximately: 1. 5" 2. 5" Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Handcrafted out of copal wood Hand painted

This piece was delicately carved using only a machete

5" x 5" x 6

5" x 8" x 35"Handcrafted out of a single piece of copal wood Signed by the artist

Maroon buffalo handcrafted out of copal wood by the Sosa family workshop in San Martin Tilcajete

5" x 7" x 6"

Artist: Fuentes family

The vibrant colors and Zapotec patterns make up a design style that the Fuentes family has come to be known for and is easily identifiable among Mexican folk art collectors

Beautiful blue cat by the Jimenez family at their workshop in Oaxaca

The fine painting incorporated ancient Zapotec patterns and symbolism which is very important in Oaxacan culture to this day and can be seen in a wide range of artistic works

This fabulous pepita carving incorporates parts from various animals which is a feature of traditional alebrijes or "nahuales": the body and face of a jaguar

This excellent piece of Mexican folk art was sculptured and painted by the Paredes family of Puebla

Beautiful quail alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan carver Susano Morales