Black Spotted Dog - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Lauro Ramirez

Black Spotted Dog - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Lauro RamirezThis black spotted dog wood carving also known as "alebrije" was carved and painted in the small town of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico by the Hernandez family which is one of the 7 original families who popularized the art of wood carving. This beautiful piece is constructed of 2 pieces of wood: body, and tail. This is to prevent breaking during transport. Alebrije wood carvings take several months and several steps to reach the end result.

Exquisite handcrafted blue porcupine handcrafted in San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico

This blue cat wood carving also known as "alebrije" was carved and painted in the small town of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico by the Hernandez family which is one of the 7 original families who popularized the art of wood-carving

Copal wood (detachable ears and antlers)

Beautifully carved and painted deer wood carving by master craftsman Narciso Gonzalez

This turquoise blue fox wood carving also known as "alebrije" was carved and painted in the small town of San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca Mexico by the Hernandez family which is one of the 7 original families who popularized the art of wood-carving

5”Material: Single piece of copal woodSigned by the artist

The Huichol people draw inspiration for their art from their dreams and from the visions they see while using peyote

Time to complete: 10 months

A wonderful museum quality piece for any art collection

Expertly carved out of copal wood by Jesus and painted with the Hernandez signature style by Roxana

A family whose work continues to be very recognizable by their creative carving and painting style

Height/Length/Width: 7