Name: Wood sculpture, Cute Porcupine in Green
SKU: 284251

Crazy Monkey Handmade Animal Alebrije Figurine

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

Ready for monkey business, this colourful figurine is a fun addition to any space. Esteban Hernandez in Mexico works in the Oaxacan folk art style of alebrijes to create the small sculpture from copal wood and paint it by hand.

£24.98 Wholesale

£24.98
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Cute Porcupine in Green Copal Wood and Maguey Mexican Porcupine Sculpture in Green

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A cute little porcupine is crafted by hand of copal wood with spines of maguey plant fibers, making a charming addition to any home. Working together, Mexico's Zeny and Reyna paint this sculpture by hand to feature a solid green body with stripes of red and yellow along its spines.

£33.97 Wholesale

£33.97
Blue Death Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Skull Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Mexico's Day of the Dead festivities are unlike any other country's, but skulls are part of the national shared imagery and are a favorite subject for artisans all year. After this hand carved copal wood skull from Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of the Mexican state of Oaxaca is covered in navy blue paint with tiny sky blue dots, it is further decorated on the tops and sides with circles containing geometric figures and curving lines. Yellow, black, green, purple, and pink tones are utilized to hand paint the fanciful designs. Around the blackened eye sockets are outlines in yellow and red; the nasal cavity is delineated in purple. Two straight rows of white teeth give the skull a sober expression.

£49.97 Wholesale

£49.97
Excited Cat in Teal Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A playful, excited cat makes a vibrant and fun addition to any home, handcrafted from copal wood and maguey plant fibers in the style of traditional alebrijes. Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna proudly paint this sculpture by hand, drawing inspiration from their cultural roots to cover the cat in bright floral motifs against a teal body. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£33.97 Wholesale

£33.97
Warm Howl Handcrafted Alebrije Coyote Sculpture in Warm Hues

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

The classic alebrije style brings to life a traditional scene of the prairies. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft a copal wood sculpture of a howling coyote, painting the artwork with geometric motifs and warm hues that make it a stunning decorative item evoking the Mexico of the 1930s. Furthermore, this fascinating piece is not only a unique creation; it also represents resilience.

The tail can be easily removed and attached.

£253.88 Wholesale

£253.88
Blue Howl Handcrafted Alebrije Coyote Sculpture in Vibrant Hues

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

The classic alebrije style brings to life a traditional scene of the prairies. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft a copal wood sculpture of a howling coyote, painting the artwork with vibrant motifs and hues that make it a gorgeous decorative item evoking the Mexico of the 1930s. Furthermore, this fascinating piece is not only a unique creation; it also represents cleverness.

The tail can be easily removed and attached.

£253.88 Wholesale

£253.88
Hummingbird Banquet colourful Handcrafted Hummingbird and Lotus Wood Sculpture

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez carve and paint by hand a beautiful sculpture of a hummingbird feeding from the centre of a lotus flower. The artisans use vibrant blues that transition into aqua and green for the flower and adorn the hummingbird with a kaleidoscope of colour, using colour contrasts to meticulously detail the bird's feathers. Made from copal wood, the pieces of the sculpture are removable, and, if disassembled for shipping, can be easily reassembled. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£262.87 Wholesale

£262.87
Purple Quetzal Artisan Crafted Bird Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

The Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes dates back to the 1930s. A Mexican artist named Pedro Linares had dreams while ill, in which fantastical creatures rushed towards him shouting the nonsense word, "alebrije! alebrije!". When he woke from his fevered sleep, he was compelled to recreate the unusual creatures that he had seen in his dream. This excellent quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail.

£67.96 Wholesale

£67.96
Green Quetzal Mexican Wood Bird Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

This excellent quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail. The Oaxacan folk art form dates back to the 1930s. A Mexican artist named Pedro Linares had dreams while ill, in which fantastical creatures rushed towards him shouting the nonsense word, "alebrije! alebrije!". When he woke from his fevered sleep, he was compelled to recreate the unusual creatures that he had seen in his dream.

£67.96 Wholesale

£67.96
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Orange Quetzal Multicoloured Wooden Bird Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

This marvelous quetzal alebrije is the original creation of Mexico's Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda. They carve the bird and its long feathers by hand from copal wood and paint them in meticulous detail. The Oaxacan folk art form dates back to the 1930s. A Mexican artist named Pedro Linares had dreams while ill, in which fantastical creatures rushed towards him shouting the nonsense word, "alebrije! alebrije!". When he woke from his fevered sleep, he was compelled to recreate the unusual creatures that he had seen in his dream.

£67.96 Wholesale

£67.96
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colourful Squirrel Handcrafted Oaxacan Wood Alebrije

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

This stunning alebrije sculpture is the original work of Esteban Hernandez in Mexico. Carved by hand from copal wood, the statuette is painted in meticulous detail with elabourate patterns and bold colours.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930s 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 ran at him, shouting the nonsense word, "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream in papier mache. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache. The same style of painting can also be found on other (non-animal) items.

£158.92 Wholesale

£158.92
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Strong Canine Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Canine Sculpture from Mexico

Eugenia and Roberto Sosa

(16)

Hand-carved of copal wood, this strong canine will bring the beauty of Mexican folk art to your home. Eugenia and Roberto Sosa create this sculpture, painting the dog by hand with varied and vibrant designs, such as spirals, geometric motifs, and checks in the traditional style of alebrijes.

Alebrijes are a fairly recent Mexican art form, attributed to Pedro Linares. Unconscious due to illness in 1936, he was presumed near death and yet his dreams were extremely vivid. He tells of a place where all was peaceful and quiet until all of a sudden there appeared a lion with an eagle's head, a rooster with bull's horns and a donkey with butterfly wings. They kept screeching "alebrije, alebrije!" and Pedro began running away. He encountered a man who told him it was not yet his time to be there are and he should continue running towards the exit. In this dream Pedro climbed out of a window and regained consciousness.

£226.89 Wholesale

£226.89
Mother Opossum, Handmade Wood Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

£139.93 Wholesale

£139.93
Sunset Bull, Multicolored Wood Bull Alebrije

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

£498.77 Wholesale

£498.77
Majestic Heron, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Heron Sculpture from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£80.95 Wholesale

£80.95
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Bright Fish, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£53.97 Wholesale

£53.97
Fascinating Fish, colourful Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£58.96 Wholesale

£58.96
Glittering Fish, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£53.97 Wholesale

£53.97

Featured Reviews

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Colorful Squirrel'

Bob

Jan 20, 2025

Amazing Squirrel

Arrived well packed. The squirrel looks amazing! The colors are bright and vibrant. The shape and design look exactly as expected. Beautiful work!

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Wood sculpture, 'Excited Cat in Teal'

Mona

May 18, 2021

Excited Cat in Teal

Puuurfect kitty!!! This wood sculpture cat in Teal is adorable!!! Such a whimsical, cute addition to my collection!! I already have several pieces by Zeny and Reyna. So well made!!! I love the beautiful bright colors and designs on this piece!!! As pictured.

Wood sculpture, 'Cute Porcupine in Green'

Lucille

Feb 25, 2019

Cute and colorful porcupine makes me smile.

This is the sweetest little porcupine to add to your collection of artisan pieces. He is bright and cheerful and puts a smile on my face every time I look at him. Great little piece for a mantel or display shelf.

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