Day of The Dead Skull - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving turkey

Day of The Dead Skull - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving turkeyExceptional piece of Mexican folk art by the Roque family in Oaxaca. This Day of the Dead skull was carved out of copal wood which is sustainably sourced in the surrounding fields of the town of San Martin Tilcajete. The carving is so well done and even has a jaw that can move up and down. The painting is very finely done the Zapotec patterns painted black over a blue and turquoise base. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 5. 5" x 4. 25" x 4.

Length/Height/Width: 11" x 9" x 8"

Length/Height/Width: 11" x 9" x 4

One-of-a-kind deer alebrije

Notice the amount of detail which extends to the insides of the wings

Length/ Height/Width: 10" x 5

Mexico Length/ Height/Width: 2

Material: Copal wood (detachable eyes & legs)

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The painting was very well done with patterns inspired by ancient Zapotec motifs

A wonderful piece for any art collection