It was all made of copal wood.  The feathers of the tail are completely detachable and are beautifully painted in an intense orange palette. 

The wings and body painted in blue are beautifully decorated with ancient indigenous symbols of the Zapotec culture. Such patterns, commonly known as "grecas"  can be found at the decoration of the pyramids of Mitla and Monte Albán. 

Coco, the movie has made Alebrijes quite popular. The production of the movie got inspired in alebrijes and Mexican Folk art to create characters like pepita and Dante. if you are an enthusiast of fine Oaxacan wood carvings, this peacock is an excellent choice begin or continue with your collection. 

HEIGHT	41 cm / 16.14 In
LENGHT	54 cm / 21.25 In
WIDTH	21 cm / 8.26 In
APROX. WEIGHT	Info will be uploaded soon. Contact us for assistance
MADE OF	Copal Wood
REGION	Arrazola, Oaxaca
TECHNIQUE	Carved from a single block of Copal Wood, hand painted.
SKU	MT1904
COMMENTS	Signed at bottom by the artist: Carrillo