Day of The Dead Skull - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving arte

Day of The Dead Skull - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving arteExceptional piece of Mexican folk art by the Roque family in Oaxaca. This Day of the Dead skull was carved out of copal wood which is sustainably sourced in the surrounding fields of the town of San Martin Tilcajete. The carving is so well done and even has a jaw that can move up and down. The painting is very finely done the Zapotec patterns painted black over a blue and turquoise base. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 5. 5" x 4. 25" x 4.

This dog sculpture was made with sustainably sourced copal wood using techniques that have been passed down over generations

Height/ Length/Width: 11" x 10" x 4"

Length/Height/Width: 10" x 4" x 8"

5" x 2" x 8

Fantastic red cape buffalo alebrije wood carving handcrafted in Arrazola by master artisan Lauro Ramirez

Very fine alebrije wood carving by the husband and wife duo Jose Clavo & Magaly Funtes

This tree produces a soft & fragrant wood that is ideal for carving and allows for the artists to create fine detail in their pieces

Exceptional bison alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

This piece is decorated with traditional Oaxacan Zapotec patterns in black detail over an elegant and vibrant multicolor palette

Expertly carved out of copal wood which is a sustainably sourced wood

7" x 7" x 7"

5" x 7" x 6" (detachable tail)