Name: Wood alebrije sculpture, Relaxed Cat
SKU: 406043

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Lithe Tree Frog Wood Alebrije Tree Frog Sculpture from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Working in the folk art style of alebrije sculptures, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez create this striking addition to your home decor. Carved of copal wood and painted by hand with dot motifs in fiery tones of red, yellow, and orange, a lithe tree frog splays its limbs.

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.

$56.05 Wholesale

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Howling Coyote Multicolored Alebrije Coyote Figurine with Geometric Motifs

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez capture the classic silhouette of a coyote with its head bent back as it lets out a plaintive howl in this wonderful hand-decorated alebrije sculpture. Carved by hand from copal wood, the colorful figurine's body, including its tail, is covered with geometric motifs. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

The artisan pair hails from a Zapotec community in Oaxaca where most of the inhabitants are wood carvers. Jesus is thankful they are, "...able to offer work to our artisan neighbors. This is important in preserving our culture and tradition as well as generating a source of income."

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$51.30 Wholesale

~~$57~~ $51.30
Turquoise Cat Modern Turquoise Cat Alebrije Sculpture

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

In this slightly more modern interpretation of traditional alebrije folk art, a stretching turquoise cat is covered with stripes, dots and spirals. Artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez of Oaxaca carve the sculpture by hand from copal wood and paint it in meticulous detail. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

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 ran at him, shouting "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.

$45.08 Wholesale

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Coyote Charm Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Coyote Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico handcraft this charming coyote alebrije figurine. Painted in colorful shades such as cerulean and light olive, the copal wood coyote takes a howling pose. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$56.05 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $56.05
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Blue Winged Owl Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Blue Wings from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

"Whoooo am I?" says this little owl. He needs a name, and you can give it to him. He is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from copal wood, then paints them in fantastic colors and designs. This wise little bird is created and signed by artists Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda of Oaxaca, Mexico.

$45.08 Wholesale

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Rose Winged Owl Hand Carved Owl Alebrije with Rosy Wings from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

"Why, hello!" says this adorable owl after he emerges from his package in your home. He is an alebrije, part of a folk art tradition that carves animals from copal wood, then paints them in fantastic colors and designs. This wise little bird is created and signed by artists Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda of Oaxaca, Mexico.

$44.10 Wholesale

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Green Tree Frog Handmade Wood Green Frog Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

A realistic tree frog comes to life in hand-carved and painted copal wood. Pablo and Lucy Mendez carry on the traditional alebrije folk art they learned from their own parents. This charming creature brings a touch of whimsy to any setting.

Oaxaca's alebrije tradition derives from the art of Pedro Linares (1906-1992), a Mexico City papier mache artist. While in a coma during a serious illness, he found himself in a dream forest with fanciful creatures made with body parts from different animals. They cried, "Alebrije" Alebrije!" When he awakened, Linares crafted the figures in papier mache and his influence reached to Oaxaca, where they are carved from copal wood.

Because each sculpture is an individually created work of folk art, shapes are dictated by the wood branch and may vary slightly.

$53.10 Wholesale

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Colorful Camel Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine in Vivid Colors from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Meticulously painted by hand in vivid hues and a variety of patterns, this two-humped camel exemplifies the alebrije tradition of Oaxaca, Mexico. Handcrafted by Jesus and Roxana Hernandez, the decorative sculpture is made of copal wood. The Mexican artisans want to bring attention to the amazing handicrafts the wood carvers of their village are capable of producing, and Jesus recognizes that as he and Roxana carve and decorate these imaginary creatures, "...we contribute toward making our community more prosperous."

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$42.30 Wholesale

~~$47~~ $42.30
Garden Hummingbird Handcrafted Wood Hanging Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Poised and ready to swoop in at the first sight of nectar is this inventively decorated hanging hummingbird alebrije from Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca. Carved by hand from copal wood, the bird's red and purple body is adorned with small yellow blossoms. The removable wings and tail feathers are green and terracotta with yellow tips. The bird can be hung using the metal ring on its back. 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.

$49.68 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $49.68
Dream Owl Mexican Hand Decorated Copal Wood Owl Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Looking every bit the product of a fever dream that alebrijes are, this outlandishly-decorated owl sculpture is crafted by hand from copal wood by Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. "Mastering the art of alebrijes requires practice, discipline and much love," says Jesus. "Roxana is expert at decorating the sculptures and her delicate hands convey beauty, from fine geometric patterns to flowers. Her designs are unique and elegantly detailed."

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Geometric Camel Mexican Alebrije Camel Sculpture with Geometric Designs

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Geometric checkerboard designs adorn each of the four legs of this eye-catching alebrije camel sculpture from artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca. Carved by hand from copal wood, the two-humped camel is decorated in vivid tones to give it that unreal and strange appearance that is characteristic of alebrijes. The Mexican duo want to help preserve this tradition which, as Jesus states, helps, "...stop the migration of artisans to cities to find work."

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Exquisite Armadillo Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Armadillo Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

Exquisitely decorated with the detailed motifs that distinguish alebrije artwork, this armadillo is handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. The figurine is painted in colorful shades such as emerald and cerulean.

Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Scales and Dreams, Mexican Handmade Copal Wood Armadillo Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Elephant in Green, Artisan Crafted Green Wood Elephant Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$48.60 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $48.60
Ocean Dolphin, Hand Painted Dolphin Alebrije

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Relaxed Cat, Cat Alebrije Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Walking Fish, Hand Painted Fish Alebrije Ornaments (Set of 4)

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
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Green Deer, Handmade Copal Wood Alebrije

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$56.05 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $56.05
Serene Turtle, Hand Painted Turtle Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$42.30 Wholesale

~~$47~~ $42.30
Shimmering Fish, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Blue Pouncing Cat, Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Audacious Hen, Handmade Hen Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$48.60 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $48.60
Rosy Fox, Artisan Crafted Alebrije from Mexico

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Cat Stretch, Wood Alebrije Figurine Cat in Green from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$51.30 Wholesale

~~$57~~ $51.30
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Pearly Giraffe, Wood Alebrije Giraffe Figurine in Grey from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$54.15 Wholesale

~~$57~~ $54.15
Sweet Puppies, Painted Wood Alebrije Dog Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Bold Cimarron, Hand-Carved Bighorn Sheep Alebrije

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Penguin Parade, Three Petite Mexican Black and White Marble Penguin Figures

Sierra Family

(117)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Bold Goat, Handmade Alebrije Goat Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$48.60 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $48.60
Sweet Chickens, Wood Alebrije Chicken Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$42.30 Wholesale

~~$47~~ $42.30
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Bright Fish, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$56.05 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $56.05
Fascinating Fish, Colorful Wood Alebrije Fish Figurine from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$57.60 Wholesale

~~$64~~ $57.60
Hot Pink Fish, Mexican Hand-Painted Hot Pink Fish Wood Alebrije Figurine

Yuli and Alan Canseco

(1)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Blue Hen, Mexican Hand-Painted Blue Orange Hen Wood Alebrije Figurine

Yuli and Alan Canseco

(1)

$42.30 Wholesale

~~$47~~ $42.30
Curious Cat in Green, Wood Cat Alebrije Figurine in Green Hand-Painted in Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
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Fiery Cat, Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine in Orange from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

$54.15 Wholesale

~~$57~~ $54.15
Curious Cat in Teal, Wood Cat Alebrije Figurine in Teal Hand-Painted in Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Curious Cat in Purple, Wood Cat Alebrije Figurine in Purple Hand-Painted in Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Colorful Fox, Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Wood Fox Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Charming Turquoise Deer, Copal Wood Alebrije Deer Figurine Painted in Turquoise Hues

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
Golden Fox, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
Orange Deer, Handcrafted Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10
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Fiery Eagle, Copal Wood Alebrije Eagle Figurine Painted in Red and Blue

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$45.08 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $45.08
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Joyful Hummingbird, Wood Hanging Alebrije Hummingbird Sculpture in Purple

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$40.48 Wholesale

~~$44~~ $40.48
Purple Pouncing Cat, Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10
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Jungle Axolotl, Wood Alebrije Axolotl Figurine Painted in Green and Blue

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$45.08 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $45.08
Bold Deer, Hand Painted Deer Alebrije Sculpture

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$48.60 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $48.60
Flirty Hen, Hen Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$44.10 Wholesale

~~$49~~ $44.10

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Wood alebrije figurine, 'Shimmering Fish'

Robin

Oct 23, 2022

Fish out of water!

This smiling fish is absolutely adorable. It is small, so keep that in mind. i just love looking at her (of course she's a female!) She has a companion, the Grey Fish (a man-fish), also from Novica. My husband is a Pisces, too, so it fits into my whimsical design. Beautiful!

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May 31, 2023

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Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Relaxed Cat'

Emily

Apr 28, 2022

What an adorable kitty!

This little alebrije sculpture is adorable and just the right touch in my eating area. I particularly love the curved tail, which was carefully packaged separately to avoid breakage. This gato makes me smile every time I see it. Gracias, Jesus y Roxana!

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