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Wood Deer Alebrije From San Martin Tilcajete Oaxaca, "Running Grace"

Name: Wood Deer Alebrije From San Martin Tilcajete Oaxaca, 'Running Grace'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 407524
Price: 74.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.98 (81 reviews)

Product ID: 407524

by Pablo and Lucy Mendez (81)

Pablo and Lucy Mendez are part of the Oaxaca wood alebrije tradition, which economically sustains the rural town of San Martin Tilcajete in the... more

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez are part of the Oaxaca wood alebrije tradition, which economically sustains the rural town of San Martin Tilcajete in the Central Valleys of this Mexican state. This version depicts a deer with sleek appendages and semi-natural coloring. The ears, antlers and tail detach to allow for shipping without breakage.

40 grams
1.41 oz

8" H x 4.7" W x 3.9" D
8" H x 4.7" W x 3.9" D

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US/Imperial

Copal wood
Signed by the artist
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 407524

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Pablo and Lucy Mendez

Mexico

Traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrije figures

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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!

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robin

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Jul 25, 2023

“Bambie like wood carving”

Lovely artisan carving.

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Tracy

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Apr 29, 2025

“Cute bookmark”

This bookmark is cute and I gave it as a gift

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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