Wearing bright red lipstick, a whimsical blue cat lifts her tail in greeting. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Calo gypsy word for 'something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic.'
Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly.
Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly.
- Copal wood
- 0.22 lbs
- 6.8 inches H x 2 inches W x 4.5 inches D
- Made in Mexico
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3 Reviews
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Beautiful blue wooden cat
I love the cat it?s a gift for someone who loves cats . It?s very unique and was wrapped beautifully. Thank you it?s perfect
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This is now a cherished heirloom!
stunning so beautifully painted and so delicate I absolutely adore it and it has a place of honor with my collection I would recommend this to anyone it truly is amazing the detail has to be seen to be believed the pictures don't do it justice its so beautiful!
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Another amazing work by Zeny and Reyna
This little cat is just adorable! Right now she is keeping a friend of mine company (a temporary "adoption"). The details are amazing. I check frequently to see what is new from Zeny and Reyna.
