Zapotec Snail - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving alebrije

Zapotec Snail - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving alebrijeVibrant snail alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan artist Lauro Ramirez. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 8. 5" x 5. 25" x 4" Material: Copal wood (detachable antennae) Signed by the artist

Copal woodHand-crafted itemDetachable tail & earsSigned by the artist

Bees wax is a natural adhesive and also doesn't dry fast which is perfect for this type of art which takes several dozen hours to complete

MexicoHeight/Length/Width: 13

The detail in the carving is a result of years of practice using the tools of traditional wood carvers which include gouges

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Length/Height/Width: 9" x 4