Giovanni Melchor is developing a unique style all his own. This piece really shows how his talent is evolving and is one of our favorites to date.
Dimensions: 14cm (w) x 15cm (d) x 18cm (h)
Weight: 0.21kg
Distinctively decorated in blue, this 'alebrije' has the face of a monkey and the body of a dog!
Dimensions: 3cm (w) x 7cm (d) x 9cm (h)
Weight: 0.04kg
An exquisite 'nahual' (pronounced [na'wal]) wood carving by artists Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca, Mexico. This imposing piece took 3 months to carve and paint. Decorated in their characteristic 'scale' pattern, it has skilfully inset glass eyes.
According to pre-hispanic traditions, a nahual is a human being who has the power to transform either spiritually or physically into an animal form. They are seen as protectors of the people and the natural resources.
Dimensions: 17cm (w) x 36cm (d) x 35cm (h)
Weight: 1.2kg
A very imaginative piece by Agustin Cruz, inspired by his father's award winning mermaid boat and nativity. This piece has a giraffe with human body sailing a boat with the shape of a mermaid. The Cruz family are well known for their unique and quirky carvings.
Dimensions: 9cm (w) x 24cm (d) x 13.5cm (h)
Weight: 0.14kg