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FABULOUS Rafael Mendoza Signed Alebrije Oaxaca Mexico Wood Carving, Tiger / Feline Figure, Hand Carved Mexican Folk Art, Vintage circa 1990s.
With its long slender body and large square head, this tiger is signed with the artist's name and carved in the traditional abstract folk art style popularized by master carvers like Manuel Jimenez Ramirez, Martin Santiago and others.
Measurements:Approximately 8 inches long by 7 inches tall.
About the Artist: Carver Rafael Mendoza is an acclaimed alebrije carver from San Martin Tilcajete in Oaxaca, Mexico.Before San MartÃn Tilcajete became famous for the fluid, meticulously painted Zapotec patterns seen today, early pioneering carvers worked with simple shapes and body styles using more aggressive machete cuts to create the charming handmade folk art style you see here.
Alebrijes: Alebrijes are mythical beings thatcapture limitless creativity, vivid dreams, and artistic freedom among Oaxaca family artisans and the broader Mexican culture.The brightly painted fantastical creatures combine real and imaginary animals and parts from different animals to form fascinating and unique wood sculptures.They can also represent the spirit world in the form of companions or guides that assist humans in their journey in the afterlife and are associated with Mexican festivals like Dia de los Muertos.
Condition: This alebrije is in EXCELLENT CONDITION! May have minor surface wear. Please review all photos as part of your complete description.
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