cool wood carvings

With bright feathers and comb erect, a proud rooster announces the imminent dawn. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Calo gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly.

$124

Alebrije sculpture, 'Proud Rooster' - Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

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Proud Rooster Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$644 Wholesale

$644

Wood statuette, 'The Flute Player' - Hand Carved Wooden Statuette of Balinese Flute Player

Playfully catching the end of his sarong with his toes, a young Balinese man plays his flute idly. His eyes are closed, and his position is one of utter relaxation and ease. The talented Wayan Rendah from Bali carves the charming statuette from suar wood in a warm brown shade.

The Flute Player Hand Carved Wooden Statuette of Balinese Flute Player

Wayan Rendah

(614)

$159 Wholesale

$159

Coiling Dragons Handcrafted Wood Sculpture

Seji Taram

(313)

Rising from the depths of past legend, dragons intertwine sinuous bodies and rear on hind legs like snakes. Revered in Bali, the guardians of the gods appear in warm suar wood. Seji Taram sculpts the mythical creatures in exquisite detail, harmoniously composing an intricate ensemble. Their bearded chins, spiked spines and fearsome claws menace the forces of evil.

$359 Wholesale

$359

Rama Indonesian Art Wood Sculpture of Rama Hindu Legend Carving

Made Mulyani

(225)

This exquisite carving depicts Rama, protagonist of the Hindu epic Ramayana and seventh avatar of the god Vishnu. Made Mulyani in Bali carves the piece carefully from native crocodile wood, highlighting the wood's unique grain in the process. The incredible level of detail in the headdress and collar of the figure result in a truly praiseworthy work of art.

$89 Wholesale

$89

Indivisible Love Indonesian Romantic Wood Sculpture

Wayan Rendah

(614)

Lithe flowing curves in an abstract conception create a magical effect in this stunning piece, exhibiting Wayan Rendah's mastery over his art. The sculpture mirrors the indivisible love between two people whose joined hands symbolize a profound spiritual union. The oval forms also evoke the intertwined symbol of infinity, adding a timeless quality to this spectacular piece.

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Acrobatic Dragon' - Colorful Hand Carved and Painted Dragon Alebrije Figurine

Husband and wife duo Zeny and Reyna from Oaxaca grew up with the tradition of carving alebrijes (fantastical figurines of real and imagined animals); both of their parents were master carvers in that region's traditional folk art. Here they create a wildly colorful dragon in a contorted, acrobatic pose. The dragon is carved by hand from copal wood and painted in a rainbow of psychedelic colors.

Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

Acrobatic Dragon Colorful Hand Carved and Painted Dragon Alebrije Figurine

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$64 Wholesale

$64

Chirping Cricket Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of yellow and red. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft the cricket from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

$49 Wholesale

$49

Wood sculpture, 'Elephant Goes Hunting' - Wood sculpture

A mighty elephant carved by hand of kadam wood is a beautiful symbol of India. But Suresh and Devender Garg covers the powerful contours with a myriad of jungle wildlife – lions, tigers and deer. Sculpted in vivid detail, this novel statuette is an exquisite example of one of the country's oldest art forms.

Elephant Goes Hunting Wood sculpture

Suresh and Devender Garg

(71)

$151.05 Wholesale

~~$159~~ $151.05

Acrobat Lovers Hand Crafted Romantic Wood Sculpture

Wayan Mustika

(26)

Acrobats work together in beautiful harmony. Sculpted in sinuous line, the couple supports one another in this graceful statuette by Wayan Mustika. Arms and legs meld into one single being in an exquisite expression of affection.

$67 Wholesale

$67

Wood mini ornaments, 'Alebrije Hearts' (set of 5) - Five Painted Heart-Shaped Alebrije Mini Ornaments

Alebrije Hearts, Five Painted Heart-Shaped Alebrije Mini Ornaments

Claudio Ojeda

(99)

$49.95 Wholesale

$49.95

Aura of Antaboga, Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel of a Dragon from Indonesia

Made Mulyani

(225)

$64 Wholesale

$64

Guatemalan Watermelon, Guatemalan Hand-Carved Painted Wood Watermelon Napkin Holder

Victor Hugo Lopez

(57)

$19 Wholesale

$19

Great Protector, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Bali

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$284 Wholesale

$284

Interconnected Jepun, Frangipani Flower Suar Wood Relief Panel from Bali

Made Mulyani

(225)

$74 Wholesale

$74

Dragon in the Air, Hand Carved Balinese Dragon Suar Wood Wall Relief Panel

Seji Taram

(313)

$64 Wholesale

$64

Judge of the Netherworld, Fair Trade Balinese Cultural Hand Carved Wood Mask

Subrata Family

(84)

$179 Wholesale

$179

Royal Demon, Acacia Wood Wall Mask of a Demon Queen from Bali

Subrata Family

(84)

$147 Wholesale

$147

Alebrije sculpture, 'Blue Cat Greeting' - Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Blue Cat Greeting, Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$75.05 Wholesale

~~$79~~ $75.05

Rahwana King of Alengka, Balinese Carved Wood Mask Depicting Alengka King of Alengka

Subrata Family

(84)

$177 Wholesale

$177

Wood mask, 'Demon Queen' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Bali

Demon Queen, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Bali

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$109 Wholesale

$109

Evil Kumbakarna, Wood Mask Depicting Kumbakarna from the Ramayana Epic

Subrata Family

(84)

$169 Wholesale

$169

Wood relief panel, 'Sunny Om' - Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel Sunny Om from Indonesia

Sunny Om, Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel Sunny Om from Indonesia

Made Mulyani

(225)

$65.55 Wholesale

~~$69~~ $65.55

Watchful Barong, Hand-Carved Acacia Wood Wall Mask of Barong from Bali

Subrata Family

(84)

$249 Wholesale

$249

Lady of the Woods, Carved Bone Pendant Necklace with Eagle Made in Indonesia

Length: 13.5"

Made Wardika

(1081)

$29 Wholesale

$29

Wood mask, 'King Barong' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Indonesia

King Barong, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Indonesia

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$109 Wholesale

$109

Floral Shrine, Hand Carved Suar Wood Floral Wall Relief Panel from Bali

Made Mulyani

(225)

$124

Wood mask, 'Queen Rangda' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Indonesia

Queen Rangda, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Indonesia

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$284 Wholesale

$284

Great Barong, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Mask from Indonesia

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$124

Rama, Hand Carved Wood Mask of Rama Floral Motif from Indonesia

Made Mulyani

(225)

$124

Tapel Kraton, Hand-Painted Wood Wall Sculpture of Balinese Royalty

Subrata Family

(84)

$189 Wholesale

$189

Hanoman Battle, Suar Wood Relief Wall Panel Hanoman and Dragon Battle

Made Mulyani

(225)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Morning Glory, Wood mask

Gung Gus

(44)

$89 Wholesale

$89

Serious Owl, Hand Carved Wood Puzzle Box Owl Shape from Indonesia

Sarwaedi

(155)

$34 Wholesale

$34

Beautiful Legong Dancer, Unique Cultural Wood Mask

Subrata Family

(84)

$93.60 Wholesale

~~$104~~ $93.60

Beautiful Janger, Hand-Carved Wood Mask of a Janger Dancer from Indonesia

Wayan Rendah

(614)

$159 Wholesale

$159

Wood wall mask, 'Bhoma Guardian' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Bhoma Wall Mask from Indonesia

Bhoma Guardian, Hand Carved Suar Wood Bhoma Wall Mask from Indonesia

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$237 Wholesale

$237

Golden Sun Empress, Artisan Crafted Javanese Display Mask

Nenny Lukhita

$94 Wholesale

$94

Buddha's Eternal Bliss, Balinese Hand Carved Wood Mask Depicting Buddha

Subrata Family

(84)

$54 Wholesale

$54

Cili, Handmade Indonesian Suar Wood Mask from Bali

Subrata Family

(84)

$117 Wholesale

$117

Wood mask, 'Balinese Ganesha' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Ganesha Wall Mask from Bali

Balinese Ganesha, Hand Carved Suar Wood Ganesha Wall Mask from Bali

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$279 Wholesale

$279

Beauty of Cili, Hand Carved Suar Wood Mask from Bali

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$59 Wholesale

$59

Buddha and Lotus, Wood Sculpture of Buddha's Head on a Lotus Flower from Bali

Wayan Rendah

(614)

$144 Wholesale

$144

Wood mask, 'Great Ganesha' - Hand Carved Suar Wood Ganesha Wall Mask from Indonesia

Great Ganesha, Hand Carved Suar Wood Ganesha Wall Mask from Indonesia

Wayan Nuliati

(25)

$109 Wholesale

$109

Copal wood alebrije, 'Cute Porcupine in Red' - Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture in Red and Blue

Cute Porcupine in Red, Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture in Red and Blue

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$31.45 Wholesale

~~$37~~ $31.45

Beautiful Sita, Balinese Handcarved Wood Mask of Sita Wife of Rama

Subrata Family

(84)

$215.10 Wholesale

~~$239~~ $215.10

Barong Sai, Artisan Handmade Acacia Wood Mask Indonesian Barong Sai

Subrata Family

(84)

$199 Wholesale

$199

Wood mask, 'Natural Ganesha' - Lord Ganesha Hand Carved Wood Decorative Wall Mask from Bali

Natural Ganesha, Lord Ganesha Hand Carved Wood Decorative Wall Mask from Bali

Subrata Family

(84)

$247 Wholesale

$247

Wood sculpture, 'Excited Cat in Teal' - Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico