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Handmade Mexican Copal Wood Bookmark with Tropical Bird, "Reading Bird"

Name: Handmade Mexican Copal Wood Bookmark with Tropical Bird, 'Reading Bird'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 423365
Price: 18.70 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.98 (81 reviews)

Product ID: 423365

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (81)

Carrying forward the crafting traditions of their village where many families earn a living from handicrafts, artisan couple Pablo and Lucy Mendez... more

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Carrying forward the crafting traditions of their village where many families earn a living from handicrafts, artisan couple Pablo and Lucy Mendez create this colourful bookmark from native copal wood. Well-versed in the art of alebrije, Lucy designs the bookmark's majestic bird to keep readers focused on their book, painting it in tropical hues of green and pink.

8 grams
0.28 oz

Metric

US/Imperial

Copal wood
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 423365

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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dufzor

From Maine

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Nov 12, 2023

“Adorable!”

Recommend!

Purchased Item Reading Bird, Handmade Mexican Copal Wood Bookmark with Tropical Bird

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Lorraine

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Feb 07, 2025

“Curiosity Purple Cat”

This beautiful cat is in my curio cabinet. Every time I pass by it, this cat puts a smile on my face. Its very well made and arrived on time and well packaged. Thanks to the makers of this wonderful piece of art. Glad I purchased this item.

Purchased Item Curiosity Cousin in Purple, Handcrafted Purple Wood Alebrije Playful Cat Figurine

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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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Profound Impact

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.

Job Creator

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

Empowering Women

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

Enabling Education

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

Moving On Up

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

Caring for Children

Lucy financially supports their two children.

Meet the Artist

Pablo and Lucy Mendez Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

(81)

"What we enjoy the most is how real and mythical animal shapes can emerge from a simple branch. They can be so colorful and original that they appear to have had a life on another planet."

Latest Update"We are a young married couple who inherited the knowledge of carving and painting copal wood alebrijes. We have gradually perfected... read more