Day of The Dead Skull (Yellow & Blue) - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving koala

Day of The Dead Skull (Yellow & Blue) - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving koalaExceptional 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:

5" Material: Copal wood (detachable tail)Signed by the artist

The fine detail in this piece incorporates ancient Zapotec patterns which are found in the ruins throughout Oaxaca and have a great importance in the Oaxacan culture and arts

The vibrant colors and dominating posture make this bear stand out in any art collection

Single piece of copal wood

Length/Height/Width: 10" x 7

25"Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist

Mexico Length/ Height/ Width: 19" x 4

Miniature Oaxacan alebrije wood carving Sizes of our mini alebrijes are approximately: 1

Carved out of a single piece of wood by Damian and painted by his wife Beatriz

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