unique wood art

This fantastical papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her unique version of a butterfly, with an unusual splayed tail and lizard-like head. The creature is painted by hand in bright colors and varied patterns.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all shouted "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

This unique papier mache alebrije sculpture is crafted by Marina Lozano in Mexico. The artisan creates her fantastical version of a bird, with enormous bug-like eyes and a long neck and tail. Designed to grace the edge of a bookshelf or table, the creature is painted by hand in bright colors and varied patterns.

The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered dreams he saw a strange land populated with curious creatures--a donkey with wings, a rooster with bull's horns, and a lion with the head of a dog. The beasts all shouted "alebrije! alebrije!". Upon his recovery, Linares began recreating the fantastical creatures he had seen in his dream. The art form gained popularity, and alebrijes are now made of wood as well as papier mache.

A myriad of petals and classic details create a mandala in this decorative box by Fida Hussain. Hand-carved in India, this weeping willow wood accessory takes you to an ancient era of fantastic beauty. Papier mache and intense hues allow the box to have that unique look, whereas a faux velvet lining adds extra elegance.

This unique decorative box brings together weeping willow wood and papier mache as a backdrop for flourishing flowers and leaves, hand-painted in bold oils. Each detail is preserved under a lacquered finish that keeps the artwork fresh and luminous. Designed by India’s Fida Hussein, this accessory is a safe and beautiful home for small treasures.