Hippopotamus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Sculpture octopus

Hippopotamus - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving Sculpture octopusFantastic hippo alebrije wood carving handcrafted in Oaxaca, Mexico by the Sosa family workshop. Carved out of copal wood and painted with great detail. Origin: Oaxaca, Mexico Length Height Width: 12" x 7" x 4" (detachable tail) Material: Copal wood Hand crafted item Signed by the artist

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Expertly crafted out of copal wood and painted with great detail

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The drying process results in the wood splintering and cracking

Height/ Length/Width: 5

Thousands of beads were individually placed over a layer of natural adhesive (bees wax mixed with pine resin) to create this vibrant work of art

Length/Height/Width: 9" x 5

All craftsmanship is done by hand using only natural materials