Oaxacan Alebrije Large Rabbit Copal Wood Carving Multicolor Pedro Ramirez Art

  
Gorgeous Large Rabbit Handcrafted Figurine. Beautiful Bright Colors With Intricate Detail.

Piece Is 4.5 Inches Tall X 6 Inches In Length x 2.5 Inches Wide. Piece Is Marked Pedro Ramirez - Arrazola, Oaxaca. Pedro Ramirez Is A Highly Sought After Artisan Of These Carved Beauties.

Vibrant and meticulously hand-carved, this large rabbit alebrije by Pedro Ramirez showcases the artistry of Oaxacan wood carving. Crafted from copal wood and painted in brilliant multicolor patterns, it's a stunning addition to any folk-art collection. New - Never Displayed Piece.

Oaxacan (pronounced Wa-Haw-Ken) wood carvings are whimsical, and enchanting are figures that have captivated collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. These imaginative and brilliantly colored figures are hand carved and painted in tiny villages in the state of Oaxaca, home of the Zapotec Indians in Southern Mexico.

Each figure is handmade from Copal wood from the hills surrounding the Oaxacan Valley using machetes and pocketknives. Artists carve the basic shape of a figure in a few days, then hand sand and meticulously paint each piece in great detail. It can take up to a full week to complete one figure. The artists use fantasy and imagination in their painting to make the animals appear more alive.

Full of movement and humor, Oaxacan wood carving is an authentic folk art that knows only the boundaries of the imaginations of the carvers, for whom myth and magic are a major part of their daily life. Each carving is an original work of art, and no two pieces are identical. There is a limited supply of carvings available, and it is possible that each piece may appreciate in value, as many of these figures have become collector's items. You Will Want To Add This Beauty Into Your Collection - Sure To Become One Of Your Families Heirloom Pieces. Our Studio Is Pet Free, Smoke Free, Very Clean.