Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving moose

Elephant - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving mooseThis elephant sculpture was made with sustainably sourced copal wood using techniques that have been passed down over generations. The detail in the carving is a result of years of practice using the tools of traditional wood carvers which include gouges, chisels, machetes and sandpaper. The piece was decorated with ancient Zapotec symbols using natural dyes and acrylic paint. At VivaMexico. com we offer an exclusive selection of handmade items from

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This elephant sculpture was made with sustainably sourced copal wood using techniques that have been passed down over generations

This life-size sculpture was made by first dipping a large piece of wood in gasoline to kill any bugs still left on or inside the wood

Copal is a sustainably sourced wood which is native to Oaxaca and is the preferred wood of most artists in the area

This incredible work of art was made over the span of several months and is handcrafted out of copal wood

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Meticulously carved out of a single piece of copal wood and painted with perfection

5" x 8" x 8"

This museum quality piece was carved out of a single piece of copal wood and was painted with great zapotec details

A wonderful piece for any art collection