Fantastic Griffin - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving deer

Fantastic Griffin - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving deerExquisite griffin alebrije wood carving by the very talented Morales family. This exceptionally well made alebrije was handcrafted out of copal wood which was locally and sustainably sourced in the fields surrounding the workshop. Copal wood is native to Oaxaca and is considered to be sacred. The patterns on this piece were inspired by ancient Zapotec symbols which can be found on the many ruins scattered throughout Oaxaca. The ancient Zapotec culture

Handcrafted at their workshop out of copal wood which is sustainably sourced in the surrounding fields

An excellent work of art by a young up-and-coming team of artists

Wonderfull Zapotec horse riding a tricycle by the talented Roque family in Oaxaca

An incredible bull wood carving by the Hernandez family

Handcrafted out of copal wood (detachable tail)

A great addition to any art collection

Expertly carved out of copal wood

Fantastic one-piece Zapotec octopus alebrije wood carving by the Ramirez family workshop in Oaxaca

Fantastic turkey Oaxacan alebrije wood carving by the extremely talented husband & wife team Jose Calvo & Magaly Fuentes

& tongue)Signed by the artist

Mexico Height/ Length/Width: 7" x 7" x 5

which incorporates Zapotec symbols