Zapotec Octopus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving

Description

Zapotec Octopus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving
Zapotec Octopus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving
Beautiful one-piece octopus alebrije wood carving made in Oaxaca, Mexico. This beautiful work of art was handcrafted out of a single piece of copal wood. Copal wood is sustainably sourced in the fields surrounding the small towns of San Martin Tilcajete & Arrazola and is the wood of choice for wood carvers in Oaxaca. Many months went into creating this exceptional piece. From curing, carving, sanding & painting the wood. An alebrije can take up to 15 months to complete depending on the size and complexity of the piece.
Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico
Length/
Height/
Width: 12" x 6" x 11"
Time to Complete: 8 Months
Material: Copal wood
Signed by the artist (Certificate of authenticity included)