Mexican Artist, Hand Carved Alebrije Dog, 2000s, Copal

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Zapotec figures whose original name is “tonas” or “nahuales”. This special selection of Oaxacan Alebrije is hand painted on a … Read more Zapotec figures whose original name is “tonas” or “nahuales”. This special selection of Oaxacan Alebrije is hand painted on a wood carving of the copal tree (Bursera), which grows around the community of San Martín Tilcajete, a town in the Zapotec region of the State of Oaxaca, in the South of Mexico. In this place, for generations the residents have developed the artisanal work of pieces with this wood. The manufacture of each work can take up to 15 months (depending on its dimensions and details) from start to finish, using simple tools such as machete, gouges and knives for finishing; The drying of the wood being the step that makes the entire process more patient and detailed. Subsequently comes the implicit symbolic detail of the ancient Zapotec worldview that tells about iconic animals that represent their culture, elevating the elements that sustain the life of this people.

Dimensions: 18 cm Height x 23 cm Large x 7 cm Depth.
Amazing micro detailed painting work. Beautiful motives and colors. Absolutely perfect condition, like new. Is delivered with its certificate of authenticity of the artist. Absolutely perfect condition. Amazing micro detailed painting work. Beautiful motives and colors. Unique. See less