Black Hippopotamus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving reptile

Black Hippopotamus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving reptileBeautiful and very detailed hippo alebrije wood carving by the Sosa family. Carved out of copal wood at their workshop in Oaxaca and painted with their signature designs which incorporate ancient Zapotec patterns. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoLength Height Width: 5. 5" x 2. 25" x 1. 5" (detachable tail)Handcrafted out of copal woodSigned by the artist

Height/LengthWidth: 21" x 16" x 6"

5" x 19" x 11"

peyote plants and the sun

5" x 5" x 9

- Hand painted

This large piece was carved out of copal wood which is the wood of choice for most Oaxacan artists

This very detailed piece can be hung on a wall using the attached hook

Height/ Length/Width: 13" x 9

The humidity of the wood allows for a higher level of detail in the wood which is evident in this very detailed piece

Bring color to any room with this spectacular piece

Such a creative and well carved piece with great detail in the painting

Length: ~2"