Vibrant Rattlesnake - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving foxBeautiful snake alebrije wood carving the Fuentes family at their workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico. Expertly carved out of a single piece of copal wood and decorated with the traditional Zapotec design which is highly inspired by the ancient Zapotec culture and the ruins found throughout the region. An exquisite example of Oaxacan wood carving folk art. Origin: Oaxaca, MexicoHeight Length Width: 6" x 6" x 4"Material: Copal woodSigned by the artist
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