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Artisan Crafted Wood Orange Elephant Figurine from Mexico, "My Elephant Friend"

Name: Artisan Crafted Wood Orange Elephant Figurine from Mexico, 'My Elephant Friend'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 245036
Price: 470.55 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (332 reviews)

Product ID: 245036

by Zeny and Reyna (332)

The elephant's powerful beauty and might are captured in this copal wood figurine from Mexico. Zeny and Reyna carved the pachyderm sculpture by hand... more

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The elephant's powerful beauty and might are captured in this copal wood figurine from Mexico. Zeny and Reyna carved the pachyderm sculpture by hand and paint it with exquisite detail, featuring Zapotec glyphs. Underscored by orange, the motifs include golden accents on the cheeks and trunk.

0.18 kgs
0.4 lbs

18 cm H x 15 cm W x 15 cm D
7" H x 6" W x 6" D

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US/Imperial

Copal wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Signed by the artist
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 245036

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Zeny and Reyna

Mexico

Handcrafted alebrije sculptures

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332

Judy

From OH

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Oct 08, 2024

“Love my new Zeny and Reyna hummingbird!”

This will be a Christmas gift for me -- a gift from my cat (my cats have always known exactly what I want). Zenys and Reynas pieces are incredible - Exquisite painted details. I have purchased many for myself and many to give as gifts.

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

“Never enough!”

As I ve said, Zeny and Reyna s wooden animal world are fantastic, each one brings it unique character and colors!

To admire!

Purchased Item Cute Porcupine in Purple, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Purple

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

“And ding to the collection…”

We ve already a few of Zeno and Reyna s in our little collection! Never enough!

To look at

Purchased Item Cute Porcupine in Fuchsia, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Fuchsia

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Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Microcredit Financing

Zeny and Reyna has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1200 and the most recent for $2500.

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Meet the Artist

Zeny and Reyna Handcrafted alebrije sculptures

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"When she told us this we felt a great sense of satisfaction, we had no idea how much we could help someone – a child – through our art."

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... read more