Oaxacan Wood Carvings

Discover authentic Oaxacan woodcarvings and hand-painted Mexican Alebrijes, vibrant animal wood figures and fantasy creatures carved from copal wood by master artisans in Oaxaca. These collectible Mexican animal wood figures are known for their brilliant colors, intricate patterns, and imaginative designs. Whether called Oaxacan woodcarvings, alebrijes, or tonas, each handmade sculpture celebrates the rich tradition of Mexican folk art.

 

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Wonderful flying owl by top Oaxacan woodcarving artist Luis Pablo. With its broad gray facial disc, bold black...
Exceptional ferret by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Emmanuel Ramirez. Emmanuel carved this ferret in a long, low prowl, beautifully capturing...
Magnificent crow by Isabel Fabian, one of Oaxaca's most gifted painters. Crows are celebrated for their intelligence and...
Wonderful harpy eagle by Oaxacan woodcarving artists Carolina Sandoval and Kengi. The harpy eagle is one of the...
Captivating dog by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Saul Aragón. Saul carved this puppy with its head tilted up and...
This stunning woodcarved wasp is a little explosion of color and elegance. Its long striped legs, patterned wings,...
This magnificent monkey carving by  Oaxaca artist Reyna Pina is full of motion and personality, captured in a...
Wonderful ballena, whale sculpture by Master Carver Luis Pablo. Luis Pablo is not only one of the most...
This charming monkey by top Oaxacan woodcarver Luis Pablo is utterly endearing. Crafted from copal wood, it captures...
Fantastic mid-sized skeleton dog with its treasured bone by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Adrian Xuana.  This wonderful alebrije is a...
This delicate cross by Estefania Jimenez feels like a little garden in full bloom. A warm cream background...
This gorgeous little armadillo seems to have stepped straight out of a Zapotec fantasy storybook. Hand-carved and painted with gentle...
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