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Hand-Painted Melon Copal Wood Alebrije Snake Figurine, "Melon Hiss"

Name: Hand-Painted Melon Copal Wood Alebrije Snake Figurine, 'Melon Hiss'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 447327
Price: 140.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (102 reviews)

Product ID: 447327

by Jesus and Roxana Hernandez (102)

Hand-carved from copal wood, this enchanting Alebrije figurine captures the classic essence of Pedro Linares' art style in each hand-painted detail... more

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Hand-carved from copal wood, this enchanting Alebrije figurine captures the classic essence of Pedro Linares' art style in each hand-painted detail decorating its exquisite design. Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez work long hours on the piece, embellishing this stunning snake with a graceful palette of melon, purple and red hues.

40 grams
1.41 oz

9.5 cm H x 6.5 cm W x 9 cm D
3.7" H x 2.6" W x 3.5" D

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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: 447327

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Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

Mexico

Artisan handcrafted Mexican alebrije sculptures

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Nancy

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Sep 07, 2024

“Colorful and fun!”

This little guy adds joy to my shelf!

Purchased Item Brilliant Armadillo, Handmade Folk Art Armadillo Alebrije Sculpture

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Leslie

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Aug 28, 2024

“Beautiful, bigger than I expected”

This is a lovely hummer; the tail pieces are individual but the wings are thankfully already glued together. Very charming.

ornamental

Purchased Item Fanciful Flutter in Purple, Copal Wood Purple Colorful Alebrije Hummingbird Ornament

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MK

From Louisville, Kentucky

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Aug 26, 2024

“Beautiful ornament”

Beautiful wooden ornament. My wife was very happy with the addition to our tree

Purchased Item Wings of the Heart, Copal Wood Heart Shaped Ornament from Mexico

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Roxana has been awarded 2nd place in the 2018 State Wood Carvings Contest as well as the 2015 Grand Master Award for the best Artisan Heritage piece of Mexico.

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Preserving Traditions

Roxana has flourished by continuing to use traditional techniques in her alebrije art and continues to pass down her craft to her grandchildren, as her elders had passed down to her.

Enabling Education

They financially support all four of their children through school so that they may have better opportunities in their future careers.

Job Creator

Roxana has been able to build her workshop over the years and now gives work to other artisans in her community.

Caring for Children

Jesus and Roxana are both incredibly dedicated parents and financially support their four children together.

Young Talent

This artist shows a lot of talent or potential and is in their late teens or twenties.

Meet the Artist

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez Artisan handcrafted Mexican alebrije sculptures

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"We believe that 'nothing ventured, nothing gained.' So we take on the challenge of creating innovative designs, and we experiment with different materials, some more complex than others."

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez come from a Zapotec community in Oaxaca. "In our village, most of the men and women are wood-carvers and we specialise... read more