Name: Wood alebrije sculpture, Mexican Dragon in Blue
SKU: 284255

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Flower Spiral Multicolor Hand Painted Spiral Wall Art Paper from Mexico

Edgar Trejo

(1)

Featuring handwoven areas with open spaces, this composition is inspired and original. The technique has been passed down through generations of Mexico's Otomi people, and carried on by Edgar Trejo. He works with vegetable dye on handmade amate, or tree bark paper, which takes several days to procure through a complex process. Amate was a sacred material for the Aztec and Mayan peoples, historically used to write down and chronicle important events and trade, even serving as the bridge between the mortal and the spiritual worlds during religious ceremonies. According to Otomi traditions, the bark used to produce amate can only be extracted from a tree during certain parts of the lunar cycle, indicating the high level of respect held toward nature. With a freehand geometric floral design, this folk art painting is full of history. A spiral shape twirls in the center.

£226.49 Wholesale

~~£302.71~~ £226.49
Guro Power Sese Wood Male Decorative Wall Accent by Ghanaian Artisans

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

Designed as a wall hanging by Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim, this decorative accent is hand-carved of sese wood to depict a man with an antiqued finish. Sticks like this are part of a tradition within Africa's Guro tribe, often reserved for men who are heads of households.

£91.11 Wholesale

£91.11
North and South Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana

Henry Acquah

(4)

Henry Acquah's mask design features a brown and yellow-painted face embellished with aluminum plating, along with two long wooden extensions above and below the main part of the mask. Made from local sese wood, the artisan hand carves the mask and dries it for two weeks before sandpapering and then painting the finished product.

£145.78 Wholesale

£145.78
Majestic Heritage Hand-Carved Classic Elephant Kadam Wood Sculpture (Large)

Motilal and Ayush

(2)

Part of various Indian traditions and ceremonies, the ambabari hoda is the name of a magnificent ornament placed on the elephants' heads, imitating the ancient grandeur of the Royal regional marches. Displaying majesty, power and elegance in every little detail, Motilal and Ayush's newest kadam wood sculpture is hand-carved with advanced techniques that capture the glorious essence of these typical accessories, honouring the country's heritage.

£143.31 Wholesale

~~£159.95~~ £143.31
Majestic Heritage Hand-Carved Classic Elephant Kadam Wood Sculpture (Small)

Motilal and Ayush

(2)

Part of diverse Indian traditions and ceremonies, the ambabari hoda is the name of a classic ornament placed on the elephants' heads, imitating the ancient splendor of the Royal regional marches. Displaying power, strength and grace in every little detail, Motilal and Ayush's newest kadam wood sculpture is hand-carved with advanced techniques that capture the majestic essence of these typical accessories, honouring the country's heritage.

£96.36 Wholesale

~~£107.31~~ £96.36
Mythic Bull Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico

Teresita Gonzalez

(44)

Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic bull rears its head, featuring a hand-painted design with intricate motifs inspired by pre-Hispanic Nahua cultures. Curiously, the bull features a human face, complete with an elaborate mustache made from agave fibers. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£116.42 Wholesale

£116.42
Green Good Luck Cricket Wood Alebrije Cricket Sculpture in Green from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

Drawing inspiration from everything that surrounds them, Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez work together to carry on the style of traditional alebrije sculptures. They give good luck wishes with this charming cricket, handcrafted of copal wood with various intricate parts that assemble together. The cricket is finished with a hand-painted design in tones of green and yellow. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£45.55 Wholesale

£45.55
Catrinas of Mexico Day of the Dead Adult Coloring Cards from Mexico (Set of 10)

Alejandra Aceves

(48)

Alejandra Aceves invites you to take part in her art, presenting this set of coloring cards created especially for adults wishing to relax or express themselves creatively. "Feeling proud of my Mexican roots, I designed these sheets to be colored and shared." Each sheet in this set of ten features an original Day of the Dead drawing by Alejandra in black and white for you to fill in with your very own color scheme. Coloring a catrina with elegant Day of the Dead face paint or celebrating the love shared between two catrines, you will find plenty of ways to express your artistic side. Arriving in a charming, reusable box, this coloring set set supports Mexican artistry in fun and exciting ways.

£34.41 Wholesale

£34.41
Cricket Song Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

A delightful piece of decor, this alebrije cricket statuette is painted in bright shades of green. Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez handcraft the cricket from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.

£45.55 Wholesale

£45.55
Blue Hummingbird Blue Hummingbird Alebrije Hanging Sculpture from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A playful hummingbird soars skyward in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Caló gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."

Includes a thread for hanging.

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£67.82 Wholesale

£67.82
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Green Hummingbird Green Hummingbird Alebrije Sculpture Crafted by Hand

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A playful hummingbird seeks out the sweet nectar of flowers in an alebrije sculpture designed to hang from the ceiling. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Calo gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."

Includes a thread for hanging.

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£70.86 Wholesale

£70.86
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Golden Cricket Cricket Copal Alebrije Wood Sculpture from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

A lovely golden cricket is hand-carved of copal wood and diligently painted with intricate dotted designs in this traditional alebrije sculpture by Mexican duo Pablo and Lucy Mendez. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

£45.55 Wholesale

£45.55
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Mexican Dragon in Blue, Copal Wood Dragon Alebrije Sculpture in Blue from Mexico

Zeny and Reyna

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£105.28 Wholesale

£105.28
Chirping Cricket, Handcrafted Copal Wood Cricket Alebrije from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£45.55 Wholesale

£45.55
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Perky Blue Parrot, Handmade Blue Parrot Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Pablo and Lucy Mendez

(81)

£245 Wholesale

£245
Pink Iguana, Pink and Yellow Wood Iguana Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

£134.64 Wholesale

£134.64
Blue Death, Artisan Crafted Blue Wood Skull Figurine from Mexico

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

£49.60 Wholesale

£49.60
Bobo Faces, Decorative Sese Wood Hand Carved African Mask for the Wall

Ernestina Oppong Asante

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£109.33 Wholesale

£109.33
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Mythical Pegasus, Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture

Esteban Hernandez

(37)

£70.86 Wholesale

£70.86
Kala Rau, Handcrafted Hibiscus Wood Cultural Mask from Bali

Made Tresna

(30)

£82 Wholesale

£82
Vibrant Hummingbird, Hummingbird Alebrije Home Accent Hand Crafted in Oaxaca

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

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£58.71 Wholesale

£58.71

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Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Mythic Bull'

Claudia

Jun 18, 2025

Bold, Unique, Mystical…

When I saw this intricately painted sculpture, I fell in love. It really spoke to me. When I received it, I was not disappointed. It is meticulously made. I am a Taurus so I gave it to myself for my birthday. Thank you Teresita for creating this special piece. It makes me smile and will be with me always!

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Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Green Good Luck Cricket'

Catherine

Dec 19, 2023

Great Cricket!

So well crafted and very cute. Great addition to my cricket collection. The painting is excellent and very detailed .

Wood alebrije sculpture, 'Mexican Dragon in Blue'

mary alice's Tsar

May 10, 2022

Amazing piece

I have bought it To save it for a gift for one of my grandchildren. I actually have bought three and will continue purchasing more because they are amazing

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