Painted Wood Alebrije Owl Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico - Sweet Owls Preserve Traditions Working in kadam wood

Working in kadam wood

which is crafted from cotton and decorated with chain stitch embroidery

which means 'dragon' or 'snake' in the Balinese language

carved of smooth white bone

she hand-carves every little detail with dedication and then hand-paints the design with vibrant colors

Painted Wood Alebrije Owl Ornaments (Set of 5) from Mexico - Sweet Owls Preserve Traditions Working in kadam woodDesigned by Mexican duo Jesus and Roxana Hernandez, this set of five ornaments carries on the rich tradition of alebrije sculptures. Each ornament is carved by hand of copal wood to depict a sweet owl. The ornaments are hand painted with assorted colors. Copal wood 0. 32 oz Each: 1. 8 inches H x 1. 4 inches W x 1. 4 inches D