Miniature Alebrijes
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.

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Miniature Oaxacan wood carvings are tiny, whimsical versions of some of the full-size figurines sold on this site. They will keep you company on your work desk, windowsill or night stand. During the Christmas season, the little creatures make fun, secret-Santa gifts or stocking-stuffers. These small inexpensive creatures also make great party favors. Painted in bright colors, they also make unusual board game players pieces; excellent for Monopoly! Collect a few!
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Miniature Turtle Alebrije
Size: 2 inches long
These miniature turtle alebrije carvings are handcrafted by Joaquin Hernandez. Each is uniquely painted in bright colors. They make great stocking stuffers or party favors.
SKU: WD-8_02$8.95 -
Miniature Grasshopper Alebrije
Size: 2.5 inches long
The Miniature Grasshopper Alebrije is made by Joaquin Hernandez. Each grasshopper is a different color. Antennae detach for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-8_10$8.95 -
Miniature Horse Alebrije
Size: 2 inches tall x 1.75 inches wide
The Miniature Horse Alebrije is created Joaquin Hernandez in San Martin Tilcajete, near Oaxaca. Each is one of a kind and hand-painted in an array of colors and designs.
SKU: WD-8_09$8.95 -
Miniature Armadillo Alebrije
Size: 2.5 inches long
Miniature Armadillo Alebrije comes in an array of bright colors. Tail detaches for shipping. Made by Joaquin Hernandez in Oaxaca, Mexico. These make great stocking stuffers or party favors.
SKU: WD-8_05$8.95 -
Miniature Alebrijes Collection, Set #2
Size: Individuals are 1.5 - 2.5 inches long
The miniature Alebrijes Collection includes five figures. They are a dog, fish, ladybug, cat, and rooster. Each carving is sealed in separate plastic bag. These make great stocking stuffers or party favors. Colors of individual pieces may vary from photos.
SKU: WD-8_03$35.00 -
Miniature Porcupine
Size: 2 inches long
The Miniature Porcupine is by Joaquin Hernandez. They are painted in a wide array of color patterns. Each figurine is one of a kind.
SKU: WD-8_13$8.95 -
Miniature Dog Alebrije
Size: 2 inches tall
Miniature dog alebrije is by Joaquin Hernandez. Each dog is a different color combination. These make great party favors or stocking stuffers. Tail detaches for safe shipping.
SKU: WD-8_15$8.95 -
Miniature Pig Alebrije
Size: 2 inches long
This Miniature Pig Alebrije is made in an array of colors by Oaxacan carver Joaquin Hernandez. These make great socking stuffers or party favors. Each is one of a kind.
SKU: WD-8_16$8.95 -
MINI OAXACAN CARVINGS, Set #3 – Five Alebrije Figures
Set of five Oaxacan carvings includes pig, armadillo, rabbit, turtle and grasshopper. Perfect critters for stocking stuffers.
Little carvings are 2 inches long or more. Set contains animals as pictured but colors of individual pieces will differ from those shown.
SKU: WD-8_18$35.00 -
Miniature Caterpillar Carvings
Size: 3 inches long
These Miniature Caterpillar Carvings make great stocking stuffers or party favors. It is also a whimsical touch to your house plants! Each piece is one of a kind. Colors may vary from photos shown,
SKU: WD-8_25$7.95 -
Mini Elephant Alebrije
Size: 1 inch long x 2.5 inches tall
The Mini Elephant Alebrije carvings are handmade in Oaxaca by Joaquin Hernandez. Figures are painted in a variety of cheerful colors.
SKU: WD-8_28$8.95 -
Miniature Rabbit Alebrije
Size: 1 inch long x 2.5 inches tall
The Miniature Rabbit Alebrije is a Oaxacan carving by Joaquin Hernandez. Each one is painted in a different color combonation. Sealed in a tiny plastic bag.
SKU: WD-8_31$8.95 -
Mini Dolphin Pair Alebrijes
Size: 2.75 inches long
Pair of little dolphin alebrijes, handcrafted in Oaxaca. Each is uniquely designed and painted in different color patterns. Sold as a pair.
SKU: WD-8_32$14.95 -
Miniature Cat Alebrije
Size: 2 inches tall x 1.75 inches wide
The miniature cat alebrije wood carving is by Joaquin Hernandez in San Martin Tilcajete, near Oaxaca. Each is one of a kind, Hand-painted in an array of colors and designs.
SKU: WD-8_34$8.95 -
Miniature Tropical Fish Alebrije
Size: 2.5 inches long
These Miniature Tropical Fish Alebrijes are made in Oaxaca by Joaquin Hernandez. Each one is uniquely painted in bright colors. They make great stocking stuffers or party favors! Each is sealed in its own tiny plastic bag.
SKU: WD-8_06$8.95 -
Miniature Ladybug Alebrije
Mini Ladybug wood carving is made by Joaquin Hernandez
Cute, little ladybug figurine measures 1 3/4 inches long
SKU: WD-8_37$8.95 -
Miniature Hippopotamus Alebrije
Size: 2 inches long
Hand-carved and painted hippopotamus, Oaxacan carving by Joaquin Hernandez. Colors and designs vary. Sold individually.
SKU: WD-8_38$7.95 -
Miniature Hippopotamus
Size: 2 inches long x 2 inches tall
Hand-carved and painted standing hippopotamus. Oaxacan carving by Joaquin Hernandez. Colors and designs vary. Sold individually.
SKU: WD-8_39$7.95 -
Miniature Rooster Alebrije, multi-colors
Mini wood carving of a rooster.
Measures 2-inches tall and 1 1/2-inches wide. Sold individually, colors vary.
SKU: WD-8_41$6.95 -
Miniature Wood Carving – Turtle
Measures 3-inches long by 2-inches tall.
SKU: WD-8_20$8.00 -
Miniature Green Fish
Size: 1.75 inches tall
Miniature Mexican wood carving of a green fish.
SKU: WD-8_45$6.95 -
Fish Alebrije, Miniature
Size: 2.5 inches tall
Mini wood carving of a fish on a stand. Sold individually, colors vary.
SKU: WD-8_046$6.95