Spectacular Ajolote woodcarving by alebrije artist Emmanuel Ramirez. Axolotl, or ajolotes, are Mexican walking fish, are salamanders that are almost extinct. Mexico is working on conserving axolotls by building axolotl shelters and conserving potential habitats for the salamanders. The painting is spectacular!So precise, harmonious, and creative. Emmanuel is one of the best painters of alebrijes in Oaxaca. His use of color is always dazzling. This amazing figure is a one-piece carving.
