Zapotec Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Mexican Folk Art

Zapotec Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Mexican Folk ArtElephant alebrije wood carving by the very talented Roque family. Expertly carved at their workshop in Oaxaca out of copal wood which was sourced in the surrounding fields. The painting is exceptional with great colors and patterns inspired by ancient Zapotec culture. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 5" x 5" x 3. 25"Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist

Length/Height/Width: 15" x 5

Eleazar has grown his reputation worldwide as being the premier wildlife carver in all of Oaxaca

candle holders and many other diverse handcrafted works of art

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The drying process results in the wood splintering and cracking

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This very unique piece was carved out of a single piece of copal wood and painted very delicately in fine detail

This piece is signed and includes a signed certificate of authenticity