Dodo Bird - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving - Eleazar Morales crocodile

Dodo Bird - Oaxacan Alebrije Wood Carving - Eleazar Morales crocodileThis dodo bird sculpture was made with sustainably sourced copal wood using techniques that have been passed down over generations. The detail in the carving is a result of years of practice using the tools of traditional wood carvers which include gouges, chisels, machetes and sandpaper. The piece was decorated with Eleazars very distinct style which incorporates the use of a syringe using natural dyes and acrylic paint. At VivaMexico. com we offer

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