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Escultura Moderna De Alebrije De Gato Turquesa, "Gato Turquesa"

Name: Escultura Moderna De Alebrije De Gato Turquesa, 'Gato Turquesa'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 389351
Price: 49.99 USD
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Rating: 4.97 (78 reviews)

Product ID: 389351

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (78)

En esta interpretación un poco más moderna de la tradición alebrije arte popular, un gato turquesa que se estira está cubierto de rayas, puntos y... more

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En esta interpretación un poco más moderna de la tradición alebrije arte popular, un gato turquesa que se estira está cubierto de rayas, puntos y espirales. Artesanos Pablo and Lucy Mendez de Oaxaca tallan la escultura a mano en madera de copal y la pintan con meticuloso detalle. Las piezas pequeñas se separan para el envío para protegerlas contra roturas.

La tradición del arte popular de los alebrijes se remonta a la década de 1930 en la Ciudad de México. Un hombre llamado Pedro Linares enfermó y en sus sueños febriles vio una tierra extraña poblada de criaturas curiosas: un burro con alas, un gallo con cuernos de toro y un león con cabeza de perro. Todas las bestias corrieron hacia él gritando "¡alebrije! ¡alebrije!". Tras su recuperación, Linares comenzó a recrear las criaturas fantásticas que había visto en su sueño. La forma de arte ganó popularidad y ahora los alebrijes se hacen tanto de madera como de papel maché.

20 grams
0.71 oz

4.7" H x 3.5" W x 1.6" D
4.7" H x 3.5" W x 1.6" D

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Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Signed by the artist
Warning: Choking Hazard. Small parts -- not for children under 3 years.
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in México
Product ID: 389351

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

México

Figuras de alebrije mexicano artesanal tradicional

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Susan

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May 23, 2022

“Turquoise Alebrije Cat”

I absolutely love this little cat figurine. It s just like the picture, very well made and painted beautifully. Many thanks to the artisans who share their talents with us.

Purchased Item Turquoise Cat, Modern Turquoise Cat Alebrije Sculpture

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cydz

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Mar 29, 2021

“Vibrant fantastical cat!”

Beautifully crafted little cat. Colors just as vibrant as on my screen, Wrapped very securely in sustainable packaging. Thank you so much!

Purchased Item Turquoise Cat, Modern Turquoise Cat Alebrije Sculpture

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Susanne

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Dec 12, 2024

“Adorable deer!”

This cute deer is so well made. Exactly what I was looking for!

Purchased Item Running Grace, Wood Deer Alebrije From San Martin Tilcajete Oaxaca

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NOVICA Recognized Master

Pablo won 2nd Place in the Carved Wood Contest in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.

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Pablo’s profits from the alebrij sculptures he creates for NOVICA allow him to create and financially support a healthy life for his wife and two children.

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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

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Lucy's income allows her to provide a necessary basic education to their children in their home.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

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Lucy financially supports their two children.

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez Figuras de alebrije mexicano artesanal tradicional

(78)

"Lo que más disfrutamos es cómo las formas de animales reales y míticos pueden surgir de una simple rama. Pueden ser tan coloridos y originales que parecen haber tenido una vida en otro planeta".

Última actualización"Somos un matrimonio joven que heredó el conocimiento de tallar y pintar madera de copal alebrijes. Poco a poco hemos ido... read more