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Handmade Floral Bird-Themed Copal Wood Bookmark from Mexico, "Reading Hummingbird"

Name: Handmade Floral Bird-Themed Copal Wood Bookmark from Mexico, 'Reading Hummingbird'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 423367
Price: 25.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (78 reviews)

Product ID: 423367

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (78)

A gentle hummingbird nudges the reader's attention toward the next page until it's time for a break; the perfect time to use this bookmark. Inspired... more

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A gentle hummingbird nudges the reader's attention toward the next page until it's time for a break; the perfect time to use this bookmark. Inspired by artist Pedro Linares' alebrije style, husband and wife team Pablo and Lucy Mendez hand-carve and paint this hummingbird-themed bookmark using traditional copal wood, native to their region of Mexico. For generations, the Mendez family has been transforming bare wood into imaginative representations of an animal-led utopia. Even after years of producing crafts in this style, Pablo and Lucy continue to marvel at the metamorphosis of conceptual designs into something they can see and feel.

7 grams
0.25 oz

20 cm H x 2.5 cm W x 0.2 cm D
7.75" H x 1" W x 0.1" D

Metric

US/Imperial

Copal wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 423367

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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Susanne

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Dec 12, 2024

“Adorable deer!”

This cute deer is so well made. Exactly what I was looking for!

Purchased Item Running Grace, Wood Deer Alebrije From San Martin Tilcajete Oaxaca

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Angela

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Oct 21, 2024

“This is now a cherished addition to my sister s ofrenda”

My sister s fur baby of 12 years passed just before Día de Los Muertos last year. This gatito is in his memory.

Purchased Item Fiery Cat, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Orange from Mexico

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William

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Sep 09, 2024

“Beautiful”

Arrived promptly in as advertised condition. A beautiful work of art. Another example of unique Mexican decor to join our others by Pablo and Lucy. Two truly gifted artisans. Accolades from us and our guests are testament to their skill.

Purchased Item Holy Butterfly, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Butterfly Sculpture from Mexico

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Pablo won 2nd Place in the Carved Wood Contest in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

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Profound Impact

Pablo’s profits from the alebrij sculptures he creates for NOVICA allow him to create and financially support a healthy life for his wife and two children.

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Enabling Education

Lucy's income allows her to provide a necessary basic education to their children in their home.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Lucy financially supports their two children.

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

(78)

"What we enjoy the most is how real and mythical animal shapes can emerge from a simple branch. They can be so colourful and original that they appear to have had a life on another planet."

Update (August, 2019)We are a young married couple who inherited the knowledge of carving and painting copal wood alebrijes. We have gradually... read more