Mexican artisans Zeny and Reyna create this excellent alebrije sculpture, demonstrating their expertise in the Oaxacan folk art form. The whimsical sculpture is carved from copal wood and painted in lavish detail in a rainbow of colors.
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 feverish 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.
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As I ve said, Zeny and Reyna s wooden animal world are fantastic, each one brings it unique character and colors!
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We ve already a few of Zeno and Reyna s in our little collection! Never enough!
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The “Cat of the Moon and Water” is a stand out work of art.
Cat of the Moon and Water, Mexico Alebrije Mystical Cat Sculpture Oaxaca Folk Art
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adorable little dragon with excellent, beautifully executed painting
Dramatic Dragon, Fuchsia Alebrije Dragon with Multicolor Hand Painted Motifs
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This tiny little guy is so cute I felt he needed a buddy, so I ordered another in a different color! Such amazing detail work - thank-you!
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This red cat shares her joy at playing with her ball. She is a lot of fun. Thanks!
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