Name: Wood alebrije sculpture, Excited Black Cat
SKU: 284250

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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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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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
Purple Pouncing Cat Purple Crouching Cat Alebrije Figure with Henequen Whiskers

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

"Look what I caught!" this cat seems to say. The playful feline is sculpted from copal wood, the classic for alebrije figures which are famous in the Central Valleys of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This kitty with bristling natural fiber whiskers is the work of Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda, noted carvers in the region.

$49 Wholesale

$49
Blue Pouncing Cat Blue and Turquoise Whiskered Cat Alebrije from Oaxaca

Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda

(16)

"Look what I caught!" this cat seems to say. The playful feline is sculpted from copal wood, the classic for alebrije figures which are famous in the Central Valleys of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. This kitty with bristling natural fiber whiskers is the work of Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda, noted carvers in the region.

$49 Wholesale

$49
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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 Brown Handcrafted Brown 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 chocolate brown with orange 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.

$49 Wholesale

$49
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
Curiosity Cousin in White Handcrafted White 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 milk white with black and grey 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.

$49 Wholesale

$49
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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
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Cheerful Hummingbird Wood Hanging Alebrije Hummingbird Sculpture in Blue

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

This extraordinary hanging alebrije sculpture adds a touch of Mexican folk art flair to your space. Expertly hand-carved from copal wood and lovingly hand-painted with a vibrant color palette, this playful hummingbird designed by Zeny and Reyna comes with a cord for hanging and is ready to brighten your environment as it soars overhead. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect them from breakage.

$39 Wholesale

$39
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Excited Black Cat, Copal Wood Floral Alebrije Black Cat Sculpture from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$37 Wholesale

$37
Mexican Wrestler, Hand-Painted Wood Mexican Wrestler Mask Keychain & Bag Charm

Alejandra Gallardo

(8)

$19 Wholesale

$19
Mexican Wrestler, Pair of Hand-Painted Wood Mexican Wrestler Mask Ornaments

Alejandra Gallardo

(8)

$29 Wholesale

$29
Excited Cat in Teal, Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$37 Wholesale

$37
Blue Cat on a Bench, Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)

Zapotec Dream Family Workshop

(15)

$79 Wholesale

$79
Playful Pig, Colorful Wood Alebrije Pig Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$99 Wholesale

$99
Playful Soul in Brown, Painted Brown and Blue Copal Wood Alebrije Monkey Figurine

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$104 Wholesale

$104
Playful Soul in Azalea, Floral Painted Azalea Copal Wood Alebrije Monkey Figurine

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$104 Wholesale

$104
Festive Maracas, Hand-Painted Maracas-Themed Wood Keychain and Bag Charm

Alejandra Gallardo

(8)

$19 Wholesale

$19
Cute Porcupine in Black, Hand-Painted Wood Alebrije Porcupine Figurine in Black

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

$29 Wholesale

$29
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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 Iris, Iris Copal Wood Alebrije Otter Figurine Painted by Hand

Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez

(12)

$37 Wholesale

$37
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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
Festive Maracas, Colorful Set of 4 Hand-Painted Maracas Themed Wood Ornaments

Alejandra Gallardo

(8)

$37 Wholesale

$37

Featured Reviews

Wood sculpture, 'Excited Cat in Teal'

Mona

May 18, 2021

Excited Cat in Teal

Puuurfect kitty!!! This wood sculpture cat in Teal is adorable!!! Such a whimsical, cute addition to my collection!! I already have several pieces by Zeny and Reyna. So well made!!! I love the beautiful bright colors and designs on this piece!!! As pictured.

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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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Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Excited Black Cat'

sduhring

Sep 24, 2017

Very unique!

I have seen alot of artwork from Mexico, but I really love this cat, it is very unique and reasonably priced. I would love more pieces from the artists!

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