Insects Carvings
Oaxacan Wood Carvings
Hand-carved and then painted in cheerful colors, these alebrije carvings are the most sought-after folk art in Mexico. Each finely-crafted sculpture reflects its maker’s talent and imagination. We buy our figurines directly from carvers living in villages of the Oaxaca valley. Most are signed by the artists. In most wood-carving families, the husband does the carving and whittling, children sand the figurines to a smooth finish, and it is often the wives who paint the finely-detailed patterns. The realm of Oaxacan woodcarving reflects the best of Mexico’s wonderful, “made-by-hand” artistic traditions. For more details, download our promotional flyer at this link.

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This subcategory of collectible Oaxacan insect carvings, signed by the artists, includes butterflies, bees, mosquitos and grasshoppers.
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Wasp Alebrije
SIZE: 6 inches long x 7 inches wide
The Wasp Alebrije is by Tribus Mixes Collective. It has a beautifully painted intricate design. The legs are made of a metal material. It is quite unique.
SKU: WD-7_017$49.00 -
Dragonfly Alebrije
Size: 11 inches long x 10 inches wide
The Dragonfly Alebrije is by the Rogelio Blas in Oaxaca. It is brightly colored in purple with multicolored designs. The wings, legs and antenna detach for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-5_01$79.00 -
Honeybee Wood Carving
Size: 8 inches long x 8.5 inches tall
This Honeybee Wood Carving is handcrafted in Oaxaca by the Blas Family. Each honeybee is one of a kind so colors will vary. Wings and legs detach for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-5_02$59.00 -
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Caterpillar On A Leaf
Size: 7 inches long
This Caterpillar On A Leaf is colorful and adorable. The Oaxacan Wood Carving figurine is made by Blas Alebrijes. It disassembles for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-5_08$44.00 -
Purple Butterfly Alebrije
Size: 9 inches wide x 7 inches long
The Purple Butterfly Alebrije is hand-painted in shades of purple, blue and yellow. The wooden butterfly is by Oaxaca carver Rogelio Blas. Signed by Artist. Wings and appendages detach for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-5_09$49.00 -
Green Butterfly Alebrije
Size: 6 inches long x 8.5 inches wide
The Green Butterfly Alebrije is by Rogelio Blas F. The wings, legs and antennae detach for shipping.
SKU: WD-5_10$49.00 -
Wasp Carving
SIZE: 9 inches long, including antennae
The Wasp Carving is handcrafted in Oaxaca by Blas Alebrijes family. It is carved of copal wood and brightly painted. The legs and wings remove for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-5_13$32.50 -
Orange Grasshopper Alebrije
Size: 9.5 inches long
This Orange Grasshopper Alebrije is carved from wood and signed by the artist, Rogelio Blas. Legs, antenna, and wings detach for safe shipping. Hand crafted in Oaxaca.
SKU: WD-5_12$65.00 -
Blue Grasshopper Alebrije
Size: 9.5 inches long x 8.5 inches tall
This Blue Grasshopper Alebrije is carved from wood and signed by the artist, Rogelio Blas. Legs, antenna, and wings detach for safe shipping. Hand crafted in Oaxaca.
SKU: WD-5_14$65.00 -
Butterfly Alebrije
Size: 10 inches wide x 8.5 inches long
The Butterfly Alebrije is hand-painted in shades of purple, blue and yellow. The wooden butterfly is by Oaxaca carver Rogelio Blas. Signed by Artist. Wings and legs detach for shipping.
SKU: WD-5_15$65.00 -
Butterfly Wood Carving
Size: 9 inches wide and 4.5 inches long
The Butterfly Wood Carving is by Rogelio Blas F. The wings, legs and antennae detach for shipping.
SKU: WD-5_16$49.00 -
Bright Butterfly Carving
Size: 9 inches wide
The Bright Butterfly Carving is by Rogelio Blas F. The wings, legs and antennae detach for shipping.
SKU: WD-5_18$49.00 -
Red Grasshopper Alebrije
Size: 12-inches long assembled
The Red Grasshopper Alebrije carving is by Maricela Blas. Colorful and cheery, this grasshopper has detachable appendages for safe shipment. Handmade in Oaxaca and signed by the artist.
SKU: WD-5_19$65.00