Fantastic Turtle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving serpent

Fantastic Turtle - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving serpentExceptional turtle alebrije wood carving by the Roque family in Oaxaca. This wonderful work of art 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 with perfect proportions of a real turtle. An exceptional addition to any art collection. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 12" x 4. 5" x 6" Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist

acrylic paint

Masterpiece armadillo by top Oaxacan artist Lauro Ramirez and his family at his workshop in Oaxaca

MexicoLength/Height/Width: 10" x 7

Length/Height/Width: 14" x 7" x 5"

Fantastic skeleton band set by master Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

This fabulous multicolored fox is decorated with Zapotec patterns & incredible fretwork

Length/Height/Width: 11" x 5

Praying mantis alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan artist Eleazar Morales

Includes certificate of authenticity

Susano is a self taught carver and works alongside his wife who paints the alebrijes with her unique style

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The patterns on the back are from the ancient Zapotec culture which is very engrained in the culture of Oaxaca and is the inspiration of many artists in the region