Proud Rooster Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico Tank Tops emulating the natural textures of

emulating the natural textures of the bamboo that flourishes on the island

The artisan creates a striking pendant from petite garnet ovals totaling 22 carats that fan out from a central point

This figurine makes quite a statement using recycled parts

are carved from light-grained ivory wood

Proud Rooster Rooster Alebrije Sculpture from Mexico Tank Tops emulating the natural textures ofWith bright feathers and comb erect, a proud rooster announces the imminent dawn. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Calo gypsy word for 'something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic.' Because each alebrije is individually created work