Colorful Dog Alebrije Oaxacan Wood Carving Folk Art
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ABOUT THIS ALEBRIJE
This colorful dog Alebrije is an authentic Oaxacan wood carving. Except for the tail,It was crafted from a single block of copal wood in San Martin Tilcajete, Oaxaca. Copal tree is considered sacred by the Zapotec indigenous people that make these outstanding wooden alebrijes.
The dog is joyfully decorated with traditional patterns called grecas, which can be found at the pyramids of Mitla and Monte Alban, benchmark of the pre hispanic Zapotec civilization. The grecas are so meticulously painted, that an agave cactus thorn was used instead of a brush for the thiner strokes.
Coco, the movie; did a thorough research and a beautiful representation of the Mexican tradition of Alebrijes. in the movie, Alebrijes are part of a tale in which Miguel crosses to the world of the dead with the help of a Dante, a Xoloiscuintli dog.
| HEIGHT | 7.87 In /20 cm |
| LENGHT | 6.69 In / 17 cm |
| WIDTH | 3.54 In / 9 cm |
| APROX. WEIGHT | lb / gr Please refer to picture with rulers |
| MADE OF | Copal Wood |
| REGION | San Martín Tilcajete, Oaxaca, Mexico. |
| TECHNIQUE |
Carved from a single block, Hand painted
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| SPECIFICS |
Signed , detachable tail.
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| ETHNIC GROUP |
Zapotec
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| Handling time | 1 to 3 business days |
| Delivery time | 7 to 15 business days. |
| Carrier & Service | USPS International shipping from Mexico. |
| Other Shipping Options | UPS & DHL express shipping. Quotation on request. |