Triumphant Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving fox

Triumphant Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving foxFantastic elephant wood carving by the Vidales family in Oaxaca, Mexico. The carving of this piece is very impressive with perfect proportions. The delicacy in the carving of the ears, trunk and tusks is very impressive. This Elephant is decorated with traditional Oaxacan Zapotec patterns in black and gold detail over an elegant blue & turquoise palette. The decorative patterns found on this piece are locally known as "grecas" and can be found at the

This beautiful and large piece was hand carved out of copal wood sourced in the fields surrounding the town of San Martin Tilcajete which is the hub for top wood carving families in Oaxaca

another well known artisan from Arrazola

The Sosa family is one of the most innovative wood carving families in Oaxaca

Height/Length/Width: 7" x 4" x 4"

Height/Length/Width: 14" x 8" x 7"

5" x 7" x 2

This warthog was exceptionally done as we expect from one of the top carvers in Oaxaca

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

MexicoLength/Height/Width: 14" x 8

Fantastic heart with wings

The gaze on his face really draws you into this perfectly carved piece by one of the most popular carving families in Oaxaca

Height/ Length/ Width: 11