Name: Steel wall sculpture, Singing Sextet
SKU: 314743

Walking Festive Cat Multicolored Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

Taking a walk, a charming little cat brings the magnificence of Mexican folk art to your home. Zeny and Reyna hand-carve this alebrije figurine of copal wood, hand-painting the cat with intricate and colorful motifs. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

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.

$74 Wholesale

$74
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Singing Sextet Steel Wall Sculpture of Six Colorful Birds from Mexico

J. Blas

(340)

Six colorful songbirds gather atop a tree branch in this chirpy steel sculpture from designer J. Blas. In his workshop in Mexico, the pieces are cut from metal sheets, hammered into shape, then welded together and painted with a rainbow of colors. Comes ready to hang.

$79 Wholesale

$79
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Playful Blue Kitten Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A whimsical blue kitten romps and plays. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije cat. 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 an individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

$89 Wholesale

$89
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Sunset in Sayulita Artisan Crafted Mexican Sun and Moon Steel Wall Art

Alejandro de Esesarte

(323)

Capturing the nostalgia of a Pacific sunset, Alejandro de Esesarte translates his concept to this lovely outdoor wall art sculpture. He works in steel to create the images, hammering them into low relief and painting them by hand. "This image represents a sunset in Sayulita, a Nayarit beach town in Mexico," the artisan explains.

Because each piece is individually hand-crafted and painted, size and color could vary slightly.

$79.20 Wholesale

~~$99~~ $79.20
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Yellow Talavera Coyote Hand-Painted Talavera Style Yellow Ceramic Coyote Sculpture

Ivan Martinez

(118)

Transform your space with a touch of Mexican magic! This irresistible ceramic coyote sculpture crafted in the renowned Talavera style bursts with lively colors and vibrant designs, capturing the essence of traditional folk art in a playful, modern form. Meticulously hand-painted, each brushstroke tells a story of cultural richness and artistic precision. Ivan Martinez's delightful creation perfectly blends whimsy, craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

$67 Wholesale

$67
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Blue Hummingbird Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A playful hummingbird soars skyward in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. 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 Caló gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."

Includes a thread for hanging.

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

$74 Wholesale

$74
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Green Hummingbird Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A playful hummingbird seeks out the sweet nectar of flowers in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. 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."

Includes a thread for hanging.

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

$77 Wholesale

$77
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Xolo Dog Fair Trade Day of the Dead Wood Alebrije Xolo Dog Figurine

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

The loyal Xolo dog arrives from the Mexican region to celebrate the Day of the Dead with you. Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda follow the alebrije art style to create this lovely copal wood figurine, portraying a playful skeleton puppy.

$79 Wholesale

$79
Curiosity Cousin in Green Handcrafted Green Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

With paws outstretched, a quirk of her striped tail, and a sweet expression on her face, this curious cat alebrije wood figurine is certain to capture your heart. Handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez, the little cat is hand-painted shades of green with black and gold accents. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

As alebrije artisans interpret the natural curves of each copal branch to help determine the final design, each alebrije sculpture can have unique variations.

$64 Wholesale

$64
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Curiosity Cousin in Purple Handcrafted Purple Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

With paws outstretched, a quirk of her striped tail, and a sweet expression on her face, this curious cat alebrije wood figurine is certain to capture your heart. Handcrafted from copal wood by Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez, the little cat is hand-painted in shades of purple with gold and white accents. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

As alebrije artisans interpret the natural curves of each copal branch to help determine the final design, each alebrije sculpture can have unique variations.

$64 Wholesale

$64
Blue Cat on a Bench Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)

Zapotec Dream Family Workshop

(15)

A playful little cat has taken over a bench in this unique sculpture from the Zapotec Dream Family Workshop in Mexico. Crafted in the style of alebrijes, a folk art style traditional to Oaxaca, the cat and bench are carved from copal wood and painted in vibrant colors.

The folk art of alebrijes dates back to an old tale from Mexico City. In his fevered dreams, a man called Pedro Linares saw an endless number of curious and fantastic creatures. Inspired by that incredible vision, Pedro recreated those magical beings with papier mache, naming them after the word those creatures shouted in his dreams: "alebrije! alebrije!"

$79 Wholesale

$79
Playful Catrina Hand-Painted Catrina & Monkey Ceramic Sculpture from Mexico

Jorge Escamilla

(2)

The famous Catrina—an icon of femininity and tradition in the celebrations held in honor of the Day of the Dead—arrives in a wondrous floral dress that evokes the tropical side of Mexico's summer season. Master artisan Jorge Escamilla captures the icon's enigmatic and playful beauty in a ceramic sculpture painted by hand in a palette of orange hues. The piece also arrives with a little monkey climbing its dress, symbolizing fun and youth.

$84 Wholesale

$84
Playful Pig, Colorful Wood Alebrije Pig Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$99 Wholesale

$99
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Thrilled Monkey, Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Wood Monkey Alebrije Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

$74 Wholesale

$74
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The Water Spirit in Carmine, Carmine Copal Wood Alebrije Otter Figurine Painted by Hand

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$99 Wholesale

$99
The Water Spirit in Mint, Mint Copal Wood Alebrije Otter Figurine Painted by Hand

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$87 Wholesale

$87

Featured Reviews

Wood alebrije figurine, 'Curiosity Cousin in Purple'

Lorraine

Feb 7, 2025

Curiosity Purple Cat

This beautiful cat is in my curio cabinet. Every time I pass by it, this cat puts a smile on my face. It's very well made and arrived on time and well packaged. Thanks to the makers of this wonderful piece of art. Glad I purchased this item.

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Alebrije sculpture, 'Green Hummingbird'

Brodie

May 29, 2018

Beautiful and adjustable!

I have seen a great many works of art, and your hummingbirds are some of the prettiest. They make me smile each time I see them, and draw constant compliments. I have all four colors and would love to see more: maybe bright yellow, light blue, lilac, gray, copper? And maybe beaks of different lengths and angles. I have moved the wings so some have big feathers in front, others in back or in the middle. They hang from my office ceiling, all at different heights. Thank you for creating such beautiful things!

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Oaxaca!

Oaxacan Wood Carvings!

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