Day of The Dead Skull (Beige) - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving vaca

Day of The Dead Skull (Beige) - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving vacaExceptional piece of Mexican folk art by the Roque family in Oaxaca. This Day of the Dead skull was carved out of copal wood which is sustainably sourced in the surrounding fields of the town of San Martin Tilcajete. The carving is so well done and even has a jaw that can move up and down. The painting is very finely done the Zapotec patterns which are very important in Oaxacan culture and in their artwork. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width:

Expertly carved out of copal wood which is sustainably sourced in the fields surrounding the town of San Martin Tilcajete and is the wood of choice for artists in the region

Black bear alebrije wood carving handcrafted in Oaxaca

Notice the detail in the painting on the legs and tail

Height/Length/Width: 12" x 11

- Handcrafted

Hand carved out of copal wood by Jesus and painted with traditional Zapotec patterns by Roxana

This is to prevent breaking during transport

Superbly carved out of copal wood and painted by his wife Tibida with her signature style of hundreds of painted lines mimicking hair on their sculptures of wildlife

Fantastic animal band set by master Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

Gila monster alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

Detachable antlers and ears

Length/ Height/ Width: 11