animal figurines

Symbols of a warm home, prosperity and community, a couple of chicken figurines are the perfect accent for creating a tender interior with a touch of Java's traditional enchantment. Artisan Retno Pratiwi transforms these cute chickens into a magnificent pair of pule wood figurines whose colorful pattern is made with classic batik methods.

In the 1930s, Mexico City saw the beginning of a captivating art style. After a feverish dream full of fantastic creatures, Pedro Linares started to create colorful animal-like sculptures called alebrijes.

Since that day, many have continued Pedro's legacy, making amazing works such as this unique piece of wall art by Alejandro de Esesarte.

"I was drawing an alebrije-like figure, when a little girl came to see what I was doing and joyfully shouted, 'alegrijes!' She misspelled 'alebrijes,' and we all laughed," he recalls.

"Later in the day, it hit me — the little girl didn't make a mistake. Because by changing a single letter, she gave me the new name for my line of alebrijes. They will be called alegrijes.

"Alegre' means means 'joy.' Alegrijes — the ones who bring joy." Using a vibrant palette, the artisan crafts a spectacular winged beast, half-deer and half-dragon.

In the 1930s, Mexico City saw the beginning of a fascinating art style. After a feverish dream full of mystic and fantastic creatures, Pedro Linares started to create colorful animal-like sculptures called alebrijes. Since that day, many artisans have continued Pedro's legacy, making outstanding works such as this steel dragon wall sculpture by Alejandro de Esesarte.

"I was drawing an alebrije-like figure, when a little girl came to see what I was doing and joyfully shouted with a big smile, 'alegrijes!' She misspelled 'alebrijes,' and we all laughed," he recalls.

"Later in the day, it hit me — the little girl didn't make a mistake. Because by changing a single letter, she gave me the new name for my line of alebrijes. They will be called alegrijes.

Alegre' means means 'joy.' Alegrijes — the ones who bring joy." Using a colorful palette, the artisan crafts a piece of wall art perfect for adding a magical touch to your environment.

This colorful wood figurine of an astonished monkey is an example of the traditional Mexican alebrije handicrafts, characterized by their vibrant colors and fun motifs beautifully painted by hand. Jesus and Roxana Hernandez meticulously carve copal wood by hand to create this exquisite decorative accent that will bring life and cheerfulness to your space.

Please note that the figurine's tail is removed for shipping.

Often associated with luck and memory, elephants are peaceful creatures worshipped in many cultures around the world. Today, these adorable giants are the inspiration for Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson, who hand-carves a pretty sese wood figure in honor of this incredible species. The elephant comes with hand-painted details in a palette of red, green and yellow hues, evoking traditional African patterns.

The fever dream of the famous Pedro Linares started a fascinating art style, an icon of Mexican culture. Inspired by alebrije creations, Nohemi Calixto handcrafts a ceramic figure of a stealthy jaguar, handpainted with an intricate pattern of black, white and yellow tones.

The fever dream of the famous Pedro Linares started a vibrant art style, an icon of Mexican tradition. Inspired by alebrije creations, Nohemi Calixto handcrafts a ceramic figure of a ferocious jaguar, handpainted with an intricate pattern of cyan, purple, yellow and green tones.

A divine force takes the form of a jaguar and devours a heart in a breathtaking scene inspired by an ancient Maya carving with Toltec influences. This captivating image was seen as a representation of power by Mesoamerican civilizations, often relating the nature of the feline with supernatural strength and magical abilities.

The Ruiz Bazan Family, heir of the ancient Zapotec textile techniques, is fascinated by this captivating depiction and handlooms a precious wool area rug featuring the sacred figure, all using natural dyes that enhance the beauty of their heritage.

"Alebrije! Alebrije!" shouted Pedro Linares after a feverish dream he had in 1930. From that day, Mexico City experienced an artistic phenomenon full of amazing and vibrant creatures. Named after Pedro's words, this art style is present in many places, like this steel wall sculpture by Alejandro de Esesarte.

"I was drawing an alebrije-like figure, when a little girl came to see what I was doing and joyfully shouted, 'alegrijes!' She misspelled 'alebrijes,' and we all laughed," he recalls.

"Later in the day, it hit me — the little girl didn't make a mistake. Because by changing a single letter, she gave me the new name for my line of alebrijes. They will be called alegrijes.

"Alegre' means means 'joy.' Alegrijes — the ones who bring joy." The artisan uses an intense palette to bring a fascinating creature to life: a biped dragon with a rooster head.