Oscar Carrillo: Snail-Owl Fusion Woodcarving mata oritz Collectors highly value her unique

Collectors highly value her unique pieces for their originality and cultural significance

Unique contemporary giraffe sculpture by top Oaxacan artist Luis Pablo

holding a sword in front of him—a symbol of divine justice and protection

5''Tall 2''Long 1''Wide

Oscar Carrillo: Snail-Owl Fusion Woodcarving mata oritz Collectors highly value her uniqueIn the world of Oaxacan alebrijes, a fusion, or fantasy creature, combines elements from two (or more) real animals to spark the imagination. Fusion alebrijes are hybrid folk art sculptures that merge features from multiple animals into singular, fantastical forms. These pieces blend real world anatomies, like shells, wings, horns, and claws, into harmonious yet otherworldly creatures These fantastic beings celebrate creativity and storytelling,