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'Bethlehem in Lucanas' - Unique Peruvian Folk Art Wood Retablo Sculpture

This colorful box opens to reveal a nativity scene. Alejandro Chavez creates this beautiful retablo or diorama. Dressed in traditional Andean clothes Mary and Joseph welcome the newborn Christ child while shepherds and kings also adore the baby. Chavez... more

Novica Handmade Oaxacan Way Hand-Painted Wood Phone Holder

Aficionados of the Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes will adore this unique phone holder from Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. Crafted from copal wood, the stand is meticulously hand painted with elaborate motifs in lime green and white. more

Novica Handmade Mythical Pegasus Wood Alebrije Sculpture

"Working in the fabulous Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes, Mexico's Esteban Hernandez creates this unique sculpture. He carves the pegasus from copal wood, which is then carefully painted by hand in minute detail with a rainbow of colors. more

Novica Handmade Rainbow Pegasus Wood Alebrije Sculpture

Mexico's Esteban Hernandez works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this unique pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully paints it in minute detail with a rainbow of colors. more

'Mask Collection' - Unique Wood Retablo Folk Art Sculpture

A brilliant painted wood box opens to reveal handcrafted masks. Used during the Carnival celebrations preceeding Lent they show an astonishing array of animals human and fantasy faces. Alejandro Chavez displays them in a traditional diorama known as a... more

Folk Art Painting - 'The Skull, Tequila Lotto'

Day of the Dead traditions make their way to Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria as card number 28. It is a unique version of the classic bingo game featuring traditional images. The loteria made its appearance in the second... more

Folk Art Painting - 'The Flowerpot, Tequila Lotto'

Agave plants blossom from an ornate flower pot as birds peck seeds on the floor nearby. The composition is marked as card number 31 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of the classic bingo game... more

Folk Art Painting - 'Shot of Tequila, Tequila Lotto'

Surrounded by flags from around the world a shot of tequila and a wedge of lime are featured in card number 4 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of the classic bingo game featuring traditional... more

Folk Art Painting - 'The Oven, Tequila Lotto'

Once the leaves are cut off the core of the agave plant is baked in a brick oven prior to distillation. This part of the process is featured in card number 19 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of... more

Mirror, 'Chapel of Bethlehem' - Fair Trade Folk Art Retablo Mirror

Diverse scenes representative of the Ayacucho region of Peru comprise this handcrafted retablo a unique style of Andean folk art. The altar-like composition is divided into several shelves populated by colorful figures and expressions of native... more

Folk Art Painting - 'The Sun, Tequila Lotto'

Playing on a guitar the sun welcomes the new day with a song and a shot of tequila. He is featured in card 30 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of the classic bingo game featuring traditional... more

'Carnival Olmeca' - Handmade Mexican Folk Art Ceramic Wall Mask

Similar to the legendary Olmeca head this colorful mask celebrates Mexico's unique flora and fauna. Eufrosia Pantaleon paints elegant peacocks on the cheeks and head while flowers blossom on the nose and temples of this ceramic wall mask. more

Rainbow Pegasus,'Oaxacan Folk Art Pegasus Alebrije'

Mexico's Esteban Hernandez works in the wonderful Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes to create this unique pegasus sculpture. He carves the winged horse from copal wood, and then carefully paints it in minute detail with a rainbow of colors.... more

Mexico Folk Art Theme Signed Black and White Etching

Sitting alone in a traditional cantina (saloon) a man has enjoyed a full bottle of tequila. He is featured in card number 18 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of the original Drunk Card in Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of the... more

Tequila Lotto' - Mexico Music Folk Art Theme Signed Black and White Painting

In Mexico they say Mariachi and tequila cures love's wounds. They are featured in card 27 of Marina Pallares' exclusive interpretation of Mexico's loteria. It is a unique version of the classic bingo game featuring traditional images. The loteria made... more

Painter Catrin,'Mexican Folk Art Painter Skeleton Statuette'

With a nod to José Guadalupe Posada's "La Calavera Catrina", Mexico's Jorge Escamilla creates this unique sculpture. Wearing overalls and holding a roller, the hardworking skeletal painter is crafted of clay and steel wire. The original "La Calavera... more

Colorful Tiger,'Acrylic Pop Art Painting of Tiger in Mexican Alebrije Style'

Although alebrijes depict fantastic and mythical creatures, artist Morneo chooses rather a roaring tiger as his muse for this spectacular painting that evokes the bright colors and unique patterns so distinctive of this traditional Mexican folk art.... more

Resplendent Catrina,'Hand Painted Metal Catrina Wall Art'

Showing off her finery, Catrina is on display in this unique folk art wall accent from Rocio Pindter in Mexico. The artwork is crafted from tin with a glass pane, and hand painted with a beautiful Catrina figure in glittery purple and pink attire. The... more

Oaxacan Way,'Hand Painted Alebrije-Style Phone Stand'

Aficionados of the Oaxacan folk art form of alebrijes will adore this unique phone holder from Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. Crafted from copal wood, the stand is meticulously hand painted with elaborate motifs in lime green and white. A hole in the... more

Mythical Pegasus,'Hand Painted Pegasus Alebrije Sculpture'

Working in the fabulous Oaxacan folk art form known as alebrijes , Mexico's Esteban Hernandez creates this unique sculpture. He carves the pegasus from copal wood, which is then carefully painted by hand in minute detail with a rainbow of colors.... more

Blue Cat on a Bench,'Handcrafted Wood Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico (2 pieces)'

A playful little cat has taken over a bench in this unique sculpture from the Zapotec Dream Family Workshop in Mexico. Crafted in the style of alebrijes , a folk art style traditional to Oaxaca, the cat and bench are carved from copal wood and painted... more

Vibrant Hummingbird,'Hummingbird Alebrije Home Accent Hand Crafted in Oaxaca'

With discipline and long practice, artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez have mastered the unique folk art form known as alebrijes. Here they craft a magnificent hummingbird from copal wood and paint it in brilliant shades of lime green, fuchsia, red,... more