Name: Wood alebrije figurine, Turtle Friend
SKU: 324272

Blue Offering Bowl Artisan Crafted Wood and Clay Sculpture from Ghana

Victoria Agyepomaa

(37)

Bowing low, a woman proffers an offering in a blue bowl. Her body is hand-carved of sese wood and her speckled grey sarong is finished with a wash of white clay to create an aged effect. Colorful and beautiful, this sculpture is designed by Victoria Agyepomaa in Ghana.

$79 Wholesale

$79
Birds in Color Handwoven Maya Backstrap Loom Red and Purple Cushion Cover

Women United for Artisan Development

(25)

Yellow birds emerge from a red and purple forest in this beautiful design. From talented members of Women United for Artisan Development, the cushion cover is woven by hand on a backstrap loom. Cording defines the borders, and the back is solid red.

Should one of the threads snag, the artisans suggest you pull it back into place from the back of the fabric with a fine crochet hook.

$99 Wholesale

$99
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Colorful Dominoes Colorful Rain Tree Wood Domino Set Game from Thailand

Waraporn Khamsuk

(267)

Thai artisan Waraporn Khamsuk crafts this delightful set of dominoes. Made out of rain tree wood, the set of ninety-six dominoes comes in a conveniently sized wooden box. The dots on each domino are painted different colors according to their number in order to ensure easy recognition and enjoyable play.

$64.95 Wholesale

$64.95
Turtle Friend Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Turtle Figurine

Jesus and Roxana Hernandez

(102)

This charming multicolored turtle figurine from Mexico will be a cheerful addition to your home decor. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the turtle from copal wood, painting it with the detailed motifs that are distinctive to alebrije artwork.

The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed 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. Upon recovering, Linares recreated these figures in bright colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes. His work became famous and was one of the main influences of artisans in the state of Oaxaca who began crafting alebrijes of their own using traditional wood carving methods.

$77 Wholesale

$77
Patriotic Red White and Blue Hand Woven Nylon Maya Hammock (Double)

Maya Artists of the Yucatan

(86)

This red, blue and white hammock is certain to inspire those with a patriotic heart from several different countries. Woven by hand, this nylon hammock comes from Maya Artists of the Yucatán who create it in the same way they have for centuries.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

$99.20 Wholesale

~~$124~~ $99.20
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Ebony Sun Unique Black Sun and Moon Ceramic Mask from Mexico

Georgina Cabrera

(16)

According to the beliefs of most pre-Hispanic cultures, a smiling sun warms the earth for life to be born and renewed. Georgina Cabrera incorporates Aztec motifs such as maize, flowers, priests, and warriors in kaleidoscopic alignment, blending her own ingenuity, her family's trade, and her country's tradition. Accents of color brighten the ceramic piece, making it the essential adornment for a patio or garden.

Based in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Cabrera works with a special clay sent to her by her relatives from her natal Otumba. The clay comprises of three different types of clay blended with plumilla (the flower from reeds along the local riverbanks). Once the clay has taken form, it is left to dry in the sun for up to five days before baking at approximately 450° C. Finally, Cabrera uses acrylics to hand-paint the piece, providing the adequate accents for the viewer to appreciate the impressive symbols of a long admired civilization.

A proud Cabrera states: "I love to transmit my ideas through my products for people to get to know my work."

$89 Wholesale

$89
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Gateway Owl Upcycled Auto Part Key Rack Owl from Mexico

Armando Ramirez

(662)

About his work, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez says “As a child I enjoyed inventing toys, and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods.” He is proud to present his designs in this key rack, made from upcycled auto parts for a modern, industrial look. A stern owl stands guard over household keys in this rack, which pairs perfectly with any doorway.

The artisan does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.

$79 Wholesale

$79
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Red Dragonfly Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca

Teresita Gonzalez

(44)

Alebrijes are often a hybrid of real animals, such as elephants and crocodiles, or they can be more fantastical creatures, such as dragons. Artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Xoxocotlan in the Mexican state of Oaxaca creates an elaborately hand carved copal wood alebrije dragonfly, or libelula. The insect is beautifully painted in bold red with accents of black, blue and yellow. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City 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.

$67 Wholesale

$67
Fuchsia Heliconias Hand-Painted Fuchsia Heliconia Dried Gourd Decorative Accent

Ruth Mora

The beauty of Costa Rica can be expressed through different natural elements, motivating artisan Ruth Mora to craft her newest collection of compositions inspired by the region's forests. Working on a dried gourd, the artisan uses sweet colors to paint the front with a fuchsia heliconia portrait, a symbol of youth and grace. Perfect to create a tropical ambiance, this decorative accent also comes with a hand-painted lid made from natural materials.

$89 Wholesale

$89
Four Faces of Bali Handmade Hibiscus Wood Wall Art

Made Tresna

(30)

It's been said two heads are better than one--Made Tresna's wall art gives you four, all in different poses. The Balinese artisan hand carves the art from hibiscus wood, engraving each face with it's own unique expression.

$87 Wholesale

$87
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Playful Blue Kitten Mexican Alebrije Cat Sculpture

Zeny and Reyna

(334)

A whimsical blue kitten romps and plays. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije cat. 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."

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

$89 Wholesale

$89
St. Benedict 7 Chakras Crystal Beaded Home Accent with St. Benedict Pendant

Adriana Golcher

(1)

Eastern and Western spiritual beliefs coexist in this fabulous beaded home accent you can hang and display at your favorite spot at home. Designed by Costa Rica's Adriana Gölcher, it is entirely crafted by hand featuring 21 clear crystal beads and seven crystal beads in different colors to represent the seven chakras. The lovely accessory is complemented by a stainless steel pendant of Saint Benedict and comes with a twisted sterling silver wire hanger.

$69 Wholesale

$69
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Pink and Purple, Purple and Pink Cultured Pearl and Sterling Silver Necklace

Length: 17.25"

Miriam Bruten

(7)

$89.99 Wholesale

~~$99.99~~ $89.99
Mexican Loteria, Mexican Bingo Decoupage on Wood Decorative Box

Ana Maria Gonzalez

(273)

$74 Wholesale

$74
Mexican Loteria, Mexican Bingo Decoupage on Wood Jewelry Box

Ana Maria Gonzalez

(273)

$69 Wholesale

$69
Lavender Spring, Beaded Amethyst and Peridot Necklace from Thailand

Length: 23"

Sukanya Thongperm

(24)

$93.60 Wholesale

~~$104~~ $93.60
Stand By Me, Hammered Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with Amethysts

Size: 5.5" L (end to end) x 0.4" W

Made Sri

(123)

$69 Wholesale

$69
Golden Dawn, Handcrafted Modern Recycled Paper Beaded Bracelet

Size: 7.5" Inner Circ. x 0.9" W

Akwele Suma

(22)

$69 Wholesale

$69

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Alebrije sculpture, 'Playful Blue Kitten'

Judy

Jan 22, 2018

Fun, whimsicle kitty! Excellent work.

Bought this sweet little kitty for my friend. It reminded me of a stray cat that adopted her. Miss Dilly the cat is now coming into her house and has become quite affectionate -- Maybe because of this little Spirit Kitty (smile)? I love the work of Zeny and Reyna. I have several of their pieces and have purchased several as gifts for friends and family.

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Decoupage decorative box, 'Mexican Loteria'

BethAnn

Mar 18, 2025

Surpasses my expectations

Worth the wait. Lovely box with the Mexican lottery symbols. It's colorful and practical. I'm going to store my southwestern style jewelry in it for now.

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Wood alebrije figurine, 'Turtle Friend'

Lisa

Jul 31, 2018

Beautiful and charming!!

I'm always happy with the high quality of my NOVICA purchases, and this darling little turtle is no exception! 'He' is a lovely, magically painted talisman - very unique... It's a bonus to be able to support the artisans in this fashion. Thank you, NOVICA!!

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