Cactus With Owls - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving folk

Cactus With Owls - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving folkWonderful alebrije wood carving of a cactus with several creatures inhabiting it handcrafted by the Hernandez family in Oaxaca, Mexico. The pair of owls in the middle and the small insects crawling give this cactus a sense of life and the vibrant colors are customary of the Oaxacan painting style. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoHeight Width Depth: 12" x 8" x 8"Material: Copal wood (Detachable branches)Signed by the artist

Expertly crafted out of copal wood and painted with the signature Fuentes style which was pioneered by Epifanio Fuentes

Owl alebrije wood carving by the Morales family from Arrazola

Handcrafted out of copal wood (detachable tongue)

They depict the elements of nature and human life with representations for respect

Such a beautiful piece from a great family

Height/ Length/Width: 11" x 10" x 4"

Handcrafted by the Roque family in Oaxaca

Length/Height/Width: 9

Beautifully carved piece made from wood of the copal tree which is native to Oaxaca and the preferred wood of carvers

The bright colors and intricate detail make this a true masterpiece

From curing

Exceptional small jaguar head by the Melchor family