Discover the Magic of Handcrafted Alebrijes – Vibrant Mexican Folk Art
Bring color and culture into your home with our stunning collection of handcrafted alebrijes, traditional Mexican folk art figures known for their vibrant colors and intricate designs. Each piece is skillfully made by talented artisans, showcasing the rich heritage of Mexican craftsmanship. These one-of-a-kind creations are perfect for adding a whimsical, artistic touch to any space.
Why You’ll Love Our Alebrijes:
Exceptional one-piece axolotl wood carving by the Morales family. The axolotle is an amphibian which was considered by Aztecs to be the God of fire...
View full detailsBeautiful deer alebrije wood carving by the Morales family. Handcrafted out of a single piece of copal wood at their workshop and painted with ver...
View full detailsExceptional one-piece eagle alebrije wood carving made in Oaxaca, Mexico by top artists Nestor & Leticia Melchor. This beautiful work of art w...
View full detailsBeautiful museum quality piece by the Morales family which are some of the best Oaxacan artists specializing in wood carving and Zapotec inspired p...
View full detailsThis masterpiece bighorn ram was both carved and painted by the Fabian family of San Martin Tilcajete in the city of Oaxaca, Mexico. The carving is...
View full detailsExceptional howling coyote alebrije wood carving by the Fabian family. Expertly carved out of a single piece of copal wood which is considered a s...
View full detailsOrigin: Oaxaca, Mexico Time to complete: 5 monthsLength/Height/Width: 21" x 6" x 9"Material: Single piece of copal woodSigned by the artist on the...
View full detailsMasterpiece fish alebrije wood carving by the very talented Morales family workshop. The Morales family creates some of the most beautiful and gra...
View full detailsJawdropping one-piece Zapotec Jaguar alebrije wood carving. Handcrafted out of a single piece of copal wood by the Fabian family at their workshop ...
View full detailsExceptional howling coyote alebrije wood carving by the Fabian family. Expertly carved out of a single piece of copal wood which is considered a s...
View full detailsThis fabulous coyote alebrije wood carving by the Morales family was expertly carved out of locally sourced copal wood and painted with the finest...
View full detailsBreathtaking jaguar alebrije wood carving by the Fabian family. Handcrafted out of a single large piece of copal wood with exceptional craftsmanshi...
View full detailsIncredible one-piece masterpiece wood carving by top Oaxacan artists Damian & Beatriz Morales. The execution of this piece is absolutely superb...
View full detailsBeautiful bull alebrije wood carving by top Oaxacan carvers of the Fabian family workshop. Expertly carved out of locally and sustainably sourced ...
View full detailsMasterpiece coyote alebrije wood carving handcrafted by Nestor Melchor & Leticia Fabian in Oaxaca, Mexico. Height/ Length/Width: 13" x 10"...
View full detailsMajestic eagle alebrije wood carving by the Melchor family at their workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico. This masterpiece was carved and painted over a spa...
View full detailsBeautiful museum quality piece by top Oaxacan artist Nestor Melchor. Meticulously carved out of a single piece of copal wood and painted with perf...
View full detailsExquisite ram wood carving by the Melchor family at their workshop in San Martin Tilcajete which is a small town outside of the city of Oaxaca. The...
View full detailsExceptional Zapotec armadillo sculpture by the very talented Roque family at their workshop in Oaxaca, Mexico. Expertly carved out of a single larg...
View full detailsMasterpiece hippopotamus wood carving by the Melchor family. Hand carved out of copal wood at their workshop outside of Oaxaca city and painted wit...
View full detailsGorgeous one-piece wood carving by young up-and-coming Oaxacan artist Jose Fabian. Jose is an exceptional artist who carves and paints all of his p...
View full detailsMasterpiece one-piece armadillo alebrije wood carving. Handcrafted by master artisans Nestor Melchor & his wife Leticia Fabian in Oaxaca, Mexic...
View full detailsFantastic one-piece pouncing jaguar wood carving by the Roque family at their workshop in Oaxaca. The Roque family are of our favorite artists who ...
View full detailsFantastic standing monkey alebrije handcrafted out of copal wood by the Carreño family in Oaxaca, Mexico. Everything from the carving to the paint...
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The Taller of Margarito Melchor is more than a wood-carving studio; it is a repository of Mexican cultural heritage, interweaving tradition, and vibrant creativity. Established in 1971 in San Martín Tilcajete, Oaxaca, Mexico, this studio breathes over 51 years of life and color into the world of wood carving and Alebrijes, safeguarding the legacies of Mexican craftsmanship.
Margarito Melchor, the founder, initiated this journey by crafting various pieces, including representations of peasants, tops, nativity scenes, jaguars, and coyotes. However, in the early days, acquiring value and buyers for these pieces was a significant challenge.
The birthplace of alebrijes can be traced back to Mexico City, where Pedro Linares, a skilled artisan known for creating piñatas and carnival masks, brought forth the first alebrijes in 1936. His work caught the attention of renowned artists Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, sparking the popularity of alebrijes. A documentary about Linares further boosted their recognition, and he received prestigious awards for his contributions. The enchanting world of alebrijes continues to thrive, with Oaxaca becoming known for its wooden alebrijes carved from copal wood. The craft's popularity led to economic growth but also raised environmental concerns. Museums and galleries display these captivating creations, and at Cemcui, we offer a curated selection of alebrijes from both Mexico City and Oaxaca, honoring the rich heritage of this cherished craft.
