Oaxacan Woodcarvings
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Ariel Playas Schnauzer Dog
$155.00I love this Schnauzer Dog! So cool and so modern! I love the bearded snout and the feathery eyebrows. Ariel Playas is another of the great wood carving talents from Oaxaca. As a relative of master carver Luis Pablo, you will see resemblance in both of their traditional styles. Ariel's cavings are high quality, unique and whimsical. Learn More -
Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Medium Red Fox
$120.00A great example of the fine work being done by Armando Jimenez... I always love his interpretation of the fox! Armando Jimenez is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings. This fox wood carving would make a special, and unusual, addition to your collection. There are no removable parts, and the carving is signed by Armando Jimenez and his wife Antonia. Learn MoreOut of stock
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Armadillo On Back
$168.00This fantastic armadillo on his back was hand carved and hand painted by Armando Jimenez, grandson of the famous Manuel Jimenez, who introduced woodcarving and brought fame to the small town of Arrazola. Learn MoreOut of stock
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Blue Moose
$168.00This blue moose was hand carved and hand painted by Armando Jimenez, grandson of the famous Manuel Jimenez, who introduced woodcarving and brought fame to the small town of Arrazola. It is just a spectacular work of art, with a wonderful sense of whimsy in the colors and the details. From the polka dots on the antlers, to the pink hooves and the fiber tail...this gorgeous piece is just full of humor! The ears and antlers are removable for safe shipping. This blue moose will make the perfect addition to your collection. It is signed by Armando Jimenez and his wife Antonia. Learn MoreOut of stock
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Blue Otter
$88.00This adorable blue otter wood carving is one of our favorites. Armando Jimenez is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works closely with his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. Learn MoreOut of stock
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Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Blue Owl
$168.00This owl is just plain gorgeous! Armando Jimenez is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works next door to his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. This owl wood carving would make a special, and unusual, addition to your collection. I love the tall wings, the adorable face and eyes and the feet! Learn More -
Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Curved Tail Lizard
$120.00Very cool! This lizard wood carving is a great example of the work of Armando Jimenez. I love the curvature of the tail! Armando Jimenez is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works next door to his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. We just love the whimsy and sense of movement in this lizard. There are no removable parts. It is signed by Armando Jimenez and his wife Antonia. Learn More -
Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Elephant
$120.00This cute elephant has his trunk up in the air - all ready to bring his new owner lots of good luck perhaps! Armando is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works next door to his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. This elephant would make a special addition to your collection. It is just the perfect size for displaying! The tail is removable for safe shipping. This piece is signed by Armando and his wife Antonia. Learn More -
Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Grey Koala Bear
$128.00This adorable grey koala bear wood carving is one of our favorites! Armando Jimenez is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works next door to his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. This grey koala bear wood carving would make a special, and unusual, addition to your collection. There are no removable parts, and the carving is signed by Armando Jimenez and his wife Antonia. We love the ears, face, colors and stubby tail of this Koala! Learn More -
Oaxacan Wood Carving Armando Jimenez Grey Raccoon
$128.00This incredible grey raccoon is just plain cool! He knows he is different, and displays quite the attitude. A great piece from Armando Jimenez. Armando is the grandson of the master carver Manuel Jimenez, who is credited with creating the whole movement of the Oaxacan wood carvings, also sometimes referred to as alebrijes (although the term alebrije is more appropriately attributed to the paper mache figures from the Linares Family of Mexico City). Armando works closely with his brother Moises, and the carvings of both of these very talented men are in high demand. What a great way to support a living legacy, and an art form that has been passed down within the family. Armando and Moises pieces, while adhering to the traditional painting style of their family, shows incredible range of creativity in the whimsical animals depicted ... animals often not native to Oaxaca. We just love this raccoon and his bright accent colors on a grey and black background, the eyes masked in black, the pointy snout, the protruding ears, the whiskers and the long curved chubby tail. Learn More