Emmanuel Ramirez: Spectacular Owl WoodcarvingSpectacular owl woodcarving by top alebrije artist Emmanuel Ramirez. The painting of this Oaxacan bird sculpture is spectacular! So precise, harmonious, and creative. Emmanuel is one of the best painters of alebrijes in Oaxaca. His use of color is always dazzling. This amazing owl figure is a one piece magnificent carving. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 11''Tall 13''Long 3. 5''Wide

so delicate

Take a look at the stylized owls created with the delicate linework

swirling emerald-green designs create a sense of movement

and impossible not to love

5''Tall 3''Long 3''Wide

its form fluid and graceful

as if it were nesting within itself a symbol of peace

where love transcends the boundary between life and death

Its piercing eyes and open mouth heighten the sense of alertness and energy

5''Tall 15''Circumference

Rendered entirely in papier-mâché down to the smallest tamal

This handmade Saint Raymon figure is decorated with beautiful Milagros and carved doves