(Alebrije)

 The Zapotec Indians are primarily concentrated in the Oaxaca Valley, located in the Southern Mexican State of Oaxaca. This lush and beautiful valley was the sight of a very advanced civilization about 2000 years ago, and the ruins of Monte Alban and Mitla are an ever-lasting testament to their creative skills in architecture, design, and construction.

 The wood-working techniques and artistic capacity of the Zapotec people are legendary, honed over hundreds of generations. Each of the wooden sculptures featured at Tolteca Tlacuilo are hand-carved from the wood of the Copal (or Copillo) tree, a hardwood native to the valley. After being intricately carved, each piece is hand-sanded and painted in bright and exciting motifs. The carvings featured here are signed by the artisan, and fully guaranteed for authenticity and satisfaction. Oaxacan wood carvings were featured on the cover of Smithsonian magazine (May 1991), supported by a 13 page article.

 Whether purchased to enhance a personal collection or as an intriguing and exotic gift, these dramatic pieces of art are unsurpassed in their quality, design, and impact.

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Feliciano Santago
Cactus with Hummingbirds  
6 1/2" Tall X 
9" Long X 
2 1/4" Wide

 

 

Inocencio Vasquez
Man Rabbit  
12" Tall X 
11" Long X 
12 1/2" Deep

 

 

Joaquin Vasquez
Cow on Bike  
10 1/2" Tall X 
9" Long X 
6" Wide

 

 

Sergio Hernandez Cruz
Blue Dog  
9 1/8" Tall X 
9" Long X 
3" Wide

 

 

Pedro Hernandez Cruz
4 3/4" Tall X 
5" Wide X 
7" Deep

 
 

 

 

Jacobo Angeles Ojeda
Armadillo Lizard  
11" Tall X 
20 1/2" Wide X 
5" Deep