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Cute Wood Alebrije Panda Key Fob, "Wide-Eyed Panda"

Product ID: 386175

This adorable key fob is hand crafted by Claudio Ojeda in Mexico. The panda alebrije is carved from copal wood and painted in black and white and... more

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This adorable key fob is hand crafted by Claudio Ojeda in Mexico. The panda alebrije is carved from copal wood and painted in black and white and myriad patterns and shapes in pink and purple. The wood figurine adorns a stainless steel key ring. The artisan signs his pieces with the initials "T.C.", which represent his initial "C" preceded by his mother Teresita's initial "T". Claudio learned the art of crafting alebrijes from his mother.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all shouted "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

  • 12 grams
  • 0.42 oz
  • 10 cm H x 3 cm W x 2.4 cm D
  • 3.9" H x 1.2" W x 0.9" D

  • Copal wood, stainless steel
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 386175
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Claudio Ojeda
Claudio Ojeda

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrijes

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Aaron

From Ottawa, Canada

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May 10, 2022

This is now a beautiful Xmas ornament!”

I never intended to use this beautiful piece as a key fob - it is much too precious to be subjected to the wear and tear of being used for keys. The finely detailed and intricate hand painting is of the highest quality. The vibrant colors and the wide eyes make this a stand out piece!

Purchased Item Wide-Eyed Panda, Cute Wood Alebrije Panda Key Fob

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Nancy

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Sep 07, 2024

I heart my hearts!”

Amazing detail; appealing size

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Jennifer

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Aug 30, 2024

Cutest keychain ever”

This is the cutest little keychain. Very well made and charming!

Purchased Item Mango Axolotl, Orange-Yellow Wood Axolotl Alebrije Key Fob

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