Alebrije de Hipopótamo Tallado en Madera

This magnificent alebrije is an authentic Oaxacan copal wood carving. It is entirely hand-carved, painted with thin brushes, and decorated with acrylic paintings. The artistry quality and detailed design make this alebrije a unique and valuable collector's item. This hippopotamus is carved from a single piece of copal tree wood, a highly valued quality among Mexican folk art collectors. Decorated with traditional Zapotec symbols, painted predominantly in purple with contrasted mix of blue, yellow, and turquoise tones.