Blowfish - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Sculpture pig

Blowfish - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Sculpture pigMasterfully carved alebrije made entirely by hand out of copal wood. Carefully decorated in acrylic paint with the traditional design and pointillism of the region. One of the most exquisite samples of Oaxacan artisans' expertise in carving animals (tonas), nahuales and alebrijes. This is a piece made by hand so that its finish, decoration, and shape is unique as well as unrepeatable. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 8" x 6" x 7" Artist:

Handcrafted out of copal wood at their workshop in Oaxaca

Time to complete: 7 monthsLength/Height/Width: 15" x 4

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