Black Pig - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving barro

Black Pig - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving barroFabulous pig alebrije handcrafted out of copal wood by the Sosa family workshop in Oaxaca Mexico. Expertly crafted out of sustainably sourced copal wood which is native to Oaxaca. The painting is absolutely superb with many extremely fine lines and patterns inspired by Zapotec symbols. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 5. 5" x 2. 5" x 2. 25" Handcrafted out of copal wood (detachable tail) Signed by the artist

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Height/ Length/Width: 7" x 4

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5" x 10" x 5

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