


Painted Green Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Figurine with Ball 'Feline Sport in Green' Item ID: 2671807740
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Zeny and Reyna has 210 reviews
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This tiny little guy is so cute I felt he needed a buddy, so I ordered another in a different color! Such amazing detail work - thank-you!
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This red cat shares her joy at playing with her ball. She is a lot of fun. Thanks!
M





This was a gift. My son loved the detailed quills. It will be a fun conversation piece in his home
J





My house is even more cheerful with the works of Zeny and Reyna! Very well made! Thank you so much for sharing your talent!
J





Could not get one colorful porcupine without a companion! These porcupines are so detailed and well made I could not be happier with my purchases from Zeny and Reyna! Thank you!
J





I am back again to tell you how talented Zeny and Rayna are! The work is very detailed and the painting on each piece they do is exceptional. Just love their work! Thank you!
J





I am to happy with my Colorful Peacock purchase! It is so well made and the colors are so bright and vibrant. It brings a smile to the face! Thank you Zeny and Reyna for sharing your talent!
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This colorful hummingbird is so beautiful. I love glancing up and seeing it by the window.
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beautiful hand carved and hand painted. My wife is a hummingbird nut and loves this. We have it hanging in our kitchen window.
L





Nice product, gift wrapped and easy for gift.
N





Love this albrije cat! Such good quality craftsmanship!
C





Bright vibrant colors, easy to assemble.Hangs in the kitchen window and brightens our every day!
N





An absolute hit as a present! This little porcupine is beautifully made and decorated and quite charming.
K





Beautiful colors
S





I like this little guy, nice bright colors! Hope to get a few more, start a collection :-)
C





Love it & will order more items from this artist.
B





I ordered this as a gift for my Mom, and she loves it! The colors are stunning and the cat's expression is adorable. I will certainly buy from these artisans again! Their work is gorgeous.
L





This hummingbird sculpture is so well done- beautifully carved and painted. I love the interpretation of flight. It is unique and this little guy adds much joy and whimsy to my space!
B





It's more beautiful than on the photo.
J





I am very pleased with this colorful cat! It is very well made and exactly as shown on the website. It was also very well packed.
J





It was a gift for my husband he loved it and proudly displayed it on the Christmas tree. Thank you!
B





Great idea executed perfectly! Whimsical, charming and so well-made.
P





I never fail to admire the artistry and colors. It is stunning and riveting.
R





Cute little bird, bright colors
G





This cat is a work of art. Beautifully created. It is a joy to gaze upon.
A





It’s a beautiful whimsical piece! It’s larger than I imagined too! Love it!
M





This long- legged, stunner, although compact, makes their presence known! What came as “Pearly Giraffe” is now “Raisin” in honor of the two incredible artisans: Reyna and Zeny.
B





I have this whole collection of cats. They are not only artistic, but their bright colors and playful poses are uplifting.
L





This is a happy corner in my office with this perky, pointy little guy adding some much-needed color.
M





The intricate painting and wonderful colors on this cat are just precious and I have to say his expression is so cute that I just can't believe it! The workmanship is just so fine!! It looks just like the photo! Amazing, beautiful design and color placement makes this my favorite piece of painted statuary ever! =^..^= Thanks! (-;
G





Beautiful colors. Makes me smile every time I look at it and have gotten several compliments as well.
D





Well made and beautifully painted. Very cute!
B





Absolutely gorgeous colors and craftsmanship.
E





I was attracted to this item online and ordered it as something of an impulse buy. I'm glad I did. It's a gorgeous and intricate folk design with beautiful workmanship, fascinating paintwork, and brilliant colors. I'm very pleased! My only problem: Where am I going to display it to best advantage?
K





It went on my alter for my past pets looks gorgeous
M





Absolutely delightful!Well packaged so arrived safely.
C





I have collected several pieces over the years, and this cat has the most incredibly amazing details and sharply delinieated features of any I've seen. The eyes exude the aura of a mystical being and dare the beholder to guess what it is thinking. I bought this as a gift but will either keep it for myself or will order my own. It came beautifully wrapped but I just had to see it for myself before I gave it away.
W





adore all wood sculptures by Zenya and Reyna - have all the cats & hummingbird!
S





Very happy with purchase and I'll look for your items again!
B





This porcupine alebrije sits on a table in my guest bedroom, along with some other items from Mexico. I live in Guanajuato, Mexico, now, so the decor wouldn't be complete without an alebrije, and this one is bright and fun.
C





Feel in love when I first saw this. Great character.
J





Thank you Zeny and Reyna for making the perfect size peacock for us. I originally bought him to give to a friend, but, we have the perfect spot for him. My husband loves him, too. Zeny's and Reyna's work never disappoints - My favorite Oaxacan artisans (I had a video of Zeny that I showed my middle school art students -- made when Zeny was 19 -- Such a talented artist!).
D





It is hard to believe that someone was able to create this amazing piece of art. I love when the light hits it, it really shines!
M





Well crafted and just a beautiful piece of art. Love the colors, great addition to my collection.
F





I call him Chaney in honor of my favorite cat who passed away years ago. This little guy is so sweet and I see him all day as he sits next to my computer. The carving, paint job and design are wonderful though mine isn't shiny so the colors aren't as bright as in the photo. It came well padded and in one piece. I'm now buying the little green porcupine.
G





This was the 3rd hummingbird we have ordered. We are adding them to our green spaces in our workplace!
I





What a delightful little creature! And the packing was done with such care as to be challenging to open--everything to have the purchase arrive safely.
I





I love the way the purchases are so carefully packed--the ears and the stalks packaged separately to avoid breaking. This little guy is a real gem and fits perfectly into an illustration of a story I wrote.
M





I just got this and it's wonderful! I'm gonna get the red!
I





My Nocturnal Cat is beautiful and quiet and does not require feeding.
D





This humming bird is beautiful! It is a bit smaller then I thought it would be but is lovely!
A





I'm delighted with my little alibrije bird, so delicate and colorful, hanging from the entry arch. It was very easy to assemble, as well!
D





The artwork is so detailed and beautiful and the expression is priceless. Beautiful work and a cherished cat in the home. Thank you - it makes us smile everyday!
M





Inspires hapiness and childlike glee, painted very skillfully, lovely little magical kitten.
D





Well decorated and colourful. It was missing a pair of feather mounting holes so I have two feathers left over. However, it still looks attractive without those feathers.
L





visitors are attracted to it and it becomes a decorative, charming, conversational piece
J





Love , love it.
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My granddaughter loved her 'thinking of you' gift from her grandmother!
M





This kitty is puuuurfect!! So cute and whimsical!! Beautiful bright colors!!! Display anywhere! Sure to put a smile on people's faces! Very well made. As pictured.
M





Puuurfect kitty!!! This wood sculpture cat in Teal is adorable!!! Such a whimsical, cute addition to my collection!! I already have several pieces by Zeny and Reyna. So well made!!! I love the beautiful bright colors and designs on this piece!!! As pictured.
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This prickly character is so clever. I bought one for a gift...then had to have one for myself. Thank you to the fun artist!
C





This delicate piece arrived lovingly packed and in perfect condition. The art is extraordinary. I love it. Thank you
J





Both hummingbirds I purchased are wonderful. Some brief instructions would have been helpful (to select which "wings" went into which hole in what order), but I checked the photo and acted accordingly and it looks great.
J





Both hummingbirds I purchased are wonderful. Some brief instructions would have been helpful (to select which "wings" went into which hole in what order), but I checked the photo and acted accordingly and it looks great.
I





I received my hummingbird and it is just gorgeous! I plan to hang it in my office window so I can look at it all day! It makes me happy!
N





I am beyond pleased with this little guy, colorful and vivid. Excellent packing, arrived intact.
H





The giraffe is cut looks exactly like the picture
S





absolutely adorable...he can fit in the palm of your hand!
L





Hummingbird sculpture is meticulously carved and painted. The packaging was protective, and the delicate feathers arrived in perfect condition. I love the purple orange and yellow colors.It now hangs where it brightens my morning.
T





it's so strange that it is charming!
B





This little cat gave me something to smile about and the coloring is beautiful.
A





Absolutely stunning! Exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail.
K





It is amazingly beautiful. The attention to detail is is fantastic. My Thanks to the artist.
N





My mother puts out hummingbird feeders, so I loved this colorful hummingbird that I plan on giving her on Mother's Day.
D





This hummingbird carving is exceptional. The painting is excellent and all the wing pieces fit together flawlessly (there is a brief instruction that is easy to follow to ensure all pieces are inserted in the proper locations. I have it hanging in my family room and it looks great.
N





Beautifully made, Beautifully packaged! A delightful little creature to brighten someone's heart-
C





I ordered this cat for my daughter in law who fosters kittens for a rescue agency. She loved it! Cute, colorful and playful.
D





I love this hummingbird - it is so beautifully created and it brightens my day, every time I look at it. Thank you - love it and will treasure it always!
J





After a recent trip to Mexico, I became enchanted with alebrijes, and am now am acquiring a collection of my own. Each one is unique, and I smile every time I look at them. This item is one of my favorites.
C





I bought this as a gift and I was overjoyed at the quality!Beautiful!
D





I love this hummingbird, and will cherish it always. The talent and care that went into creating this beautiful piece was so unbelievable, it was packaged beautifully with care and the hummingbird has such amazing detail. Thank you - it is amazing! Love it!
D





This is a very well made item. The details are stunning!
K





I gave this beautiful little bird to my mom for Christmas. It is so intricate, colorful, and adorable we chuckled the whole time we were putting it together because it is just so sweet. I chose the green one because we had the good fortune to see a giant hummingbird while we were in Peru. I bought two others from the same artists because I loved this one so much.
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Intricately designed and painted. Orange overwhelms the yellow a bit too much than shown in the photos.
C





Received this product yesterday. Love it. It is not the bronze kitty, it is wood but still love it.
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Just returned from Quintana Roo in November. I had been looking for Alebrijes there but they were all too big. Found this darling cat and the size was perfect for my collection. It took awhile to arrive (covid slow downs) but was worth the wait. It was very carefully packed and arrived safely. Will definitely be on the look out for more.
B





This beautiful creature absolutely takes my breath away. So detailed and airy.
E





This is a captivating little porcupine. Absolutely perfect.
D





I bought this as a gift for a friend who is into cats and loves the color purple. This was the perfect choice for her. She seemed to love it. If I had a need for a similar gift, I would not hesitate to buy again.
S





The craftmanship is unbelievable! A perfect little gift!
S





I love this little owl! I collect these and this one is so cheerfully painted. Wonderful detail.
K





Though the sculpture is exquisitely painted, the included tail is bent so far backward over the cat's back that it obscures the flower to a significant degree. Me and the friend I purchased it for were bewildered as to how a mistake like this could have been made. I intend to try to get a replacement tail for her. Other than that issue, which is serious to me, this is a lovely creation.
D





Just gorgeous. Workmanship amazing. I'm saving up for a larger version!
D





Workmanship is amazing.
M





Well done and beautifully crafted
T





Fantastic detail - a miniature masterpiece!
R





Beautifully crafted hummingbird that is hanging by my sunroom window. My resident hummers can see it from feeder that is right outside. I believe I’ve even seen them looking inside at it - hummers are very curious birds.
K





An exceptional piece, especially for a cat lover...Wonderful colors and craftmanship! A welcome addition to any collection or a great reason to start one!
D





I love this little porcupine. He is colorful and amazingly soft to touch and cheers up my windowsill.
L





It's beautiful, feather-light and easy to assemble. I have it hanging in my bedroom window by a fishing line.
L





A gift that is proudly displayed at my friend's house.
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This hummingbird looks as though it will suddenly come to life and take flight on its own! It was carefully packaged for shipment and assembly was easy. I was worried I might damage it as I put it together but a slow + steady hand (working from the front to the back of the piece) proved successful. Once inserted, the feather angles can still be moved to change the way the bird suspends from the hanger. Muchas gracias Zeny & Reyna ~ your artwork is truly a treasure.
K





I purchased this for my daughter when we were unable to make a trip to Cancun because of COVID. She loves it and although we couldn't make the trip, at least she has a souvenir.
J





It's incredibly made with great detail. Bellísimo!
D





This artist does spectacular work. Very detailed and very colorful. I love it.
S





One of my favorite carvings. Owl captures your attention and holds it.
S





My daughter in law collects hummingbirds and this one is very special in her collection.
C





I love the contrasting colors. It was a gift for my son and he love it. He likes to collect special things.
S





Purchased this for my daughters 22nd birthday for her apartment. She loves it!
S





An excellent value for the price
T





Wonderful craftsmanship.
T





This colorful creature brought great joy for a Birthday celebration
K





This hummingbird is beyond lovely. Where it is hanging it looks as though its in mid flight. I love it!!
K





I have the red hummingbird and now he has a friend. I love them both! They compliment each other so well. The craftsmanship is amazing, I would bet that no two are the same.
M





Beautiful blue hummingbird in traditional Mexican Alebrije style. Beautiful addition to my decor
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I love the color detailing on it.
E





My wife surprised me with this stunning Alebrije hummingbird. The artwork is detailed and the colors are brilliant. It will be a prized part of my collection.
M





Hanging in the window now!!
J





Love the color of this piece-I bought this as a gift and my sister loves it!
E





I love it, it looks just like the picture.
A





I bought two. It is an excellent gift....
M





my wife loves this little critter
C





This is my 5th purchase from these artists. Their work is just exquisite. The carvings are high quality as are the painting which are bright and vibrant. This one hangs high from the top of a doorway vexing my cats. It is just beautiful.
J





Beautiful and colorful ... it is very small and takes patience.... and it's worth it
S





Exquisite! So delicate and beautiful in the sunlight.
A





A delicate treasure
K





We all love this hummingbird. She hangs inside flying out the window toward her friends who come to the feeder on the other side. Wonderful detail. Beautifully graceful
J





Beautifully executed and thoughtfully packaged for shipping, the little bird arrived in great shape and brings a smile to everyone who notices it hovering gracefully. (Some low test fishing line gives the illusion that she's flying.)
K





everyone who comes to my house comment on how beautiful it is
A





I love this beautiful hummingbird! So beautiful and delicate!
C





Well made happy giraffe painted beautifully. Sitting on my shelf making me smile each time I pass.
D





Beautiful and colorful .
J





Beautiful
M





The attention to detail is amazing.This was a gift and did not disappoint. Get one
A





This beautiful wooden dragon looks amazing. It is very delicate and we had a bit of difficulty getting assembled. Finally, with a very slight of glue we managed to get the wings to stay in place. The hand-painting is incredibly well donel
A





Another fantastic, intricately hand-painted dragon from Mexico. Miniature in size yet a striking stand-out given the bright, vibrant colours. He's kept in a special place for eyes to enjoy
R





I bought this as a Christmas present so I haven't put it together. Just unwrapped it enough to make sure it was in good shape. Quite well done.Shipping time was fairly quick and I must admit that the packaging was impressive. I may end up getting one of these for myself.
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She looks very playful, just like my friend's Alley Cat
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I love this whimsical creature! The designs and the colors and the expression on this wise little owl make me smile whenever I look at it.
M





This little porcupine is so cute. The colors are truly charming and add a bright spot to my curio cabinet.
J





This dragon is very attractive. I like that it came in pieces, so I could leave the flame out. It looks like a more friendly dragon without the fire. It would be easier to handle if the holes made for the parts were deeper, because they fell out very easily. We didn't want to press hard because it is fragile.We glued the parts in place.
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Hummingbirds are my favorite and this little guy has taken a spot in front of my window now that the cool weather has sent my live hummers migrating South. It was sweet to find a personal note inside the super-carefully, hand-wrapped bird and all of its wings. I am more than happy with my purchase!
L





The colors and carved style of this cat are just great. You can feel its playful spirit! I have several of these carved-style animals from the same artists.
P





I just hung this beauty in my office and cannot stop looking at it. I was surprised and delighted when I unwrapped the package and discovered that it came in pieces for me to assemble. I used a firm but delicate touch to insert each feather into the body, and what resulted was a charming and colorful creature needing only to be suspended in the perfect location. I am thoroughly mesmerized by this lovely and whimsical work of art.
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I just hung this beauty in my office and cannot stop looking at it. I was surprised and delighted when I unwrapped the package and discovered that it came in pieces for me to assemble. I used a firm but delicate touch to insert each feather into the body, and what resulted was a charming and colorful creature needing only to be suspended in the perfect location. I am thoroughly mesmerized by this lovely and whimsical work of art.
S





This is a good size piece! Very well done. He sits on my dresser making me smile.
S





This is my second hummingbird from this artist. I have both hanging on my 7 foot palm in my bedroom next to my 7 foot giraffe. Will be buying more!
C





I love the Mexican Alebrije kitten sculpture! lt makes a wonderful addition yo my cat collection! I already have my eye on other Alebrije cat sculptures! Please extend my heartfelt thanks to the Artisans who make such beautiful Art! Cat M.
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I loved the first one so much, I bought another as a gift for a friend. It reminds me of the beauties of nature, regardless how 'prickly' in seems at times.
L





This little guy is so cute - even more so than in the picture! The colors are beautiful and expertly applied. I must also comment on the packaging of the carving - I felt like I had just received a birthday or holiday gift, the wrapping was so pretty, and the little charm was cute on the ribbon. There were almost too many layers to go through to get to the prize - but it did build up excitement, and there was no disappointment at all! Thank you, Zeny and Reyna!
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I fell in love with the alebriji after seeing the movie, Coco and realizing each person has a spirit animal. The detail on my porcupine is incredible. It's well made and the perfect size. Definitely will buy another one. Wish I could more stars.
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The hummingbird is beautiful. The color on the alebrije is a very close match to the pictures on the website, and the detail on the figure is incredibly intricate. When I ordered, I was really worried about this getting broken in shipping, but it was shipped flat with lots of bubble wrap and was very well packed. The assembly itself is very, very simple. I love it. It's going to make a great gift.
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This just goes to show that prickly can be beautiful
M





These porcupines are beautiful. They were beautifully wrapped. These made awesome gifts. I bought four of these for student acupuncturist that I am seeing for some issues I am having. They are all gracious and compassionate and thought this would be a nice display for their future office. All four of them just loved them. Your art work is just beautiful.
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These porcupines are beautiful. They were beautifully wrapped. These made awesome gifts. I bought four of these for student acupuncturist that I am seeing for some issues I am having. They are all gracious and compassionate and thought this would be a nice display for their future office. All four of them just loved them. Your art work is just beautiful.
M





These porcupines are beautiful. They were beautifully wrapped. These made awesome gifts. I bought four of these for student acupuncturist that I am seeing for some issues I am having. They are all gracious and compassionate and thought this would be a nice display for their future office. All four of them just loved them. Your art work is just beautiful.
L





This is the sweetest little porcupine to add to your collection of artisan pieces. He is bright and cheerful and puts a smile on my face every time I look at him. Great little piece for a mantel or display shelf.
C





Altho we collect almost any of the animals that Zeny and Reyna do, our favorites are dragons and cats. We rescue and recently lost the third of three cats we?ve had for 19 years! All of these wonderful carvings have a very special place in our hearts and we just got a new addition to our family, an orange tabby named Baby Boy, or BB for short. He's quite the character and came to us with the name of Mouse which he immediately told us was not his name. Many friends sent ideas but he likedthe first thing I said to him when they brought him into the room for us to meet which was ?oh there's our handsome Baby Boy.? He loves the carvings and respects them, but won't touch he looks at one, then looks at us and says ?erp Almost as if to say me? You see these carvings make not only people happy but also animals. Thanks for the joy you bring our entire family!
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The color and craftmanship are outstanding. the colors are vibrant. I love looking at the hanging in my front room
R





Beautiful porcupine! Nice size and well made. My Grandson loved it!
P





Unique design and beautifully painted. Looks great in our living room.
R





very well done
B





I love this type of wood sculpture and this little one fits in perfectly with my collection. The colors are vibrant and the craftsmanship is terrific. A great purchase!
B





This little guy brightens my mood every time I see it on myshelf. Beautifully painted.
S





Love this hummingbird. Plan on hanging him next to my 7' giraffe.
J





Love this cute kitty with beautiful painting. I see it everyday on my shelf.
J





Wow! I love this owl. Any time you see a work by Zeny and Reyna that is on back order, be sure to request a notice when it is available again. We just love our owl. such amazing details - so much symbolism. I treasure all of my wonderful works of art by Zeny and Reyna. They do make wonderful gifts for friends, too.
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Thank you Zeny and Reyna! Another amazing piece - such exquisite details!I love all of the pieces by Zeny and Reyna. I am always looking to see what is new. I bought this to give to a friend of mine. I will say "Hello" to this cat every time I visit her --- as she has one cat that hides from me....so this cat will take the place of the sophisticated cat who hides. There is magic in every Oaxacan Alebrije! Buy some and discover the magic!
B





Loved the bright colors. Very good work
J





We have had this alebrije carving for a while. No idea why the review isn't showing up..... The cat has an expression like our Nala - a cat we lost the same year I purchased this. The carving and painted details are amazing... A very good buy -- Great value!
B





I have seen a great many works of art, and your hummingbirds are some of the prettiest. They make me smile each time I see them, and draw constant compliments. I have the blue, green, purple and "colorful" ones and would love to see more: maybe bright yellow, light blue, lilac, gray, copper? And with beaks at different angles and of different lengths? I have moved the wings so some have big feathers in front, others in back or in the middle. They hang from my office ceiling, all at different heights.Please take care of the copal trees, and thank you for creating such beautiful things!
S





Quality, delicate, beautiful!!!
S





This piece is lovely. The design is very detailed, and the colors are vibrant, just as shown in the photograph. Very impressed by the artist's talent!!
B





I have seen a great many works of art, and your hummingbirds are some of the prettiest. They make me smile each time I see them, and draw constant compliments. I have all four colors and would love to see more: maybe bright yellow, light blue, lilac, gray, copper? And maybe beaks of different lengths and angles. I have moved the wings so some have big feathers in front, others in back or in the middle. They hang from my office ceiling, all at different heights. Thank you for creating such beautiful things!
B





I have seen a great many works of art, and your hummingbirds are some of the prettiest. They make me smile each time I see them, and draw constant compliments. I have all four colors and would love to see more: maybe bright yellow, light blue, lilac, gray, copper? And maybe beaks of different lengths and angles. I have moved the wings so some have big feathers in front, others in back or in the middle. They hang from my office ceiling, all at different heights. Thank you for creating such beautiful things!
B





I have seen a great many works of art, and your hummingbirds are some of the prettiest. They make me smile each time I see them, and draw constant compliments. I have all four colors and would love to see more: maybe bright yellow, light blue, lilac, gray, copper? I have moved the wings so some have big feathers in front, others in back or in the middle. They hang from my office ceiling, all at different heights.Thank you for creating such beautiful things!
S





Really fine quality Oaxacan animals are really expensive. Although these are really small they are exquisite. Amazing artist.
B





This little owl is so cute and colorful - it will make a great addition to my collection. I have a couple of pieces by this artist and they never fail to make my heart sing.
J





Bought this sweet little kitty for my friend. It reminded me of a stray cat that adopted her. Miss Dilly the cat is now coming into her house and has become quite affectionate -- Maybe because of this little Spirit Kitty (smile)? I love the work of Zeny and Reyna. I have several of their pieces and have purchased several as gifts for friends and family.
J





It is cute little fellow with beautiful bright colors. The packaging was super nice too. Love it!
S





I am amazed at how fast it arrived. Thanks for the brutiful work.
C





Every morning I wake up to a big smile when I look out the kitchen window at the purple hummingbird who brings not only joy to me but to several birds of all kinds who will land on the window ledge to get acquainted. Sometimes their will be other humming birds fluttering around this one all waiting their turn to meet the new kid in the neighborhood. It's amazing to watch nature at work and Reyna and Zeny have helped tremendously.
H





I canT believe how lovely this figurine is. It is perfect. So colorful and delicate. Thank you!
P





This little porcupine is beautifully done. Well made and painted very well with great colors! Love it!!!
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Is a little festive toy, to be ever cherished
M





We live in an area where we have Hummingbirds all year round. This little guy is hanging out in an unexpected place and often greeted with surprise followed by admiration. He's beautiful.
C





The artists know I love their work as I only buy from them. We rescue and so far all four of our cars love this one best.
C





As I've stated I only buy from these artists as they always have what goes well with everything in the collection everyone try's to guess which of the cats are our rescues.
C





I only buy from these artists. They are extremely nice and their art is incredible. I would buy so much more if I weren't disabled and had to wait for things to go on sale!
B





I love oaxacan and have a decent size collection. This is my second cat and the colors are vibrant and lively. The carving is excellent and it looks wonderful next to Coyote.
J





Very light and airy, easy to put together. Pretty coloring.
R





Unique piece of artwork that was perfect for a dear friend who collects hummingbirds and needed a special addition to them. I am amazed at how wonderfully made this is made and the true appearance of being a bird in flight.
S





I have seen alot of artwork from Mexico, but I really love this cat, it is very unique and reasonably priced. I would love more pieces from the artists!
P





Very cute porcupine. Carefully packed for mailing
J





This cat is masterfully carved and painted. Mine is even better than pictured and has a mischeivious sweet personality. Prayers that Zeny and Reny and la familia are safe after the quakes and will continue to share their alejibre with the world.
J





This was a gift for a dear friend who had never seen nor heard of alebrijes........she was thrilled!
W





My wife and I are cat fanciers and when I saw this wonderful critter I could not resist it's calling. A wonderful work and example of Mexican art. Very talented artisans and a wonderful treasure for us.
W





Absolutely wonderful creation ....a perfect example of Mexican art. We've added this work to other examples of Mexican art in our home that we've accumulated over the years. Very talented and clever artistry. A treasure for us.
F





a lovely item, purchased as a gift - which I know will be appreciated
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The arrival of this hummingbird coincided with the arrival of the first hummingbirds at my feeder on their migration north. The craftsmanship is excellent; the detail and delicate colouring exceptional. I will enjoy this throughout the year and it is a prized addition to other Oaxaca items I have from visits to that area of Mexico.
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Excellent work
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Beautifully painted, so vibrant and very cute. Looks great on my shelf.
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beautiful vibrant humming bird.very well done
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I appreciate that the pieces don't fall off. It's exactly as pictured.
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A very well made piece of artwork...will purchase additional pieces. Thank you Zeny and Rayna!
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This item arrived in perfect condition (very well wrapped and protected), and was a wonderful gift
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I ordered a second one for a friend who admired the one I display on my bookcase.
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My husband just assembled the feathers into the body of our hummingbird and I hung it in our living room window over the plants on the sill. It is extraordinarily beautiful reflected in the window with its iridescent colors. Such an artistic delight!
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my sister loved this present
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Thank you Zeny and Reyna. When I bought this, it was the last one. I didn't write a review then....I did see that more were available. I had this for a while - saving to give my husband as a gift. The bird hangs from the ceiling and catches the light so beautifully. I have been an admirer of Zeny's work since he first began. I had a video of his work that I showed my art students. Zeny and Reyna are gifted artists. I have given many of Zeny's and Reyna's creations as gifts to friends and family.
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Zeny and Reyna
"Hola! We're Zeny Fuentes and Reyna Piña. We're from a small town in Oaxaca," says Zeny by way of introduction. "We both come from families dedicated to carving and painting wood in a style known as alebrije. Our parents were master carvers and they taught each of us when we were children. We studied different things too, but what we really like to do is crafting alebrijes and continuing our families' traditions.
"I still recall the first piece I ever carved. It was a duck and it got sent to the Museum of Light in San Antonio! Since then, I've had the good fortune to exhibit my work in different museums and galleries in the U.S. — the first one was in Arizona when I was only 14 years old. Now Reyna and I exhibit together, and some of our alebrijes are on display in Israel and in Germany.
"Our work has also been sponsored by a prestigious paper company that depicts our wood sculptures on their stationery.
"Reyna and I have different styles when it comes to alebrijes and, when we got married, we decided to combine our ideas, creating our own version — our artistic identity where color and sculpture have a specific meaning. You could say we conceived a life filled with colors and a love for nature as well as for our huge cultural heritage. And now we share our love for this art with our children, who will preserve their family legacy.
"What we have taken from our culture is that we left the trees and recovered our own life, which is evident in every finished sculpture.
"Our materials include reclaimed tree trunks and branches as well as roots from dead trees, or the ones that we find in fields and rivers. We use the dust that comes off after sanding a piece to fill in the cracks that a piece of wood may have, and we use the thorn of a maguey to paint the more delicate motifs. Each alebrije is crafted by hand.
"The government of Oaxaca and the Tourist Ministry have both recognized our work and named us master wood artisans and our efforts to promote this cultural art form across the borders. In 2012, we received an award during Mexico's National Exhibition of Artisan Crafts (ENART) for our sculpture 'The Wild Bull of the Sun and Day.'
"We love spending our free time in the nearby fields and rivers and admiring nature while sitting atop a mountain or hill. This is reflected in the work that we do, which is special and authentic. Our inspiration comes from life's essential elements — the sun, the moon, the wind, water and fire, as well as the main symbols of our Zapotec culture. They are related to animals, flowers, insects, the cycle of life, and time.
"An event that had a big effect on us was when we were invited to teach our work to children with different capabilities in a school in Michigan. Among them was a boy who wouldn't obey, wouldn't eat and wouldn't pay attention. Regardless, we began to teach and I started carving a log of wood into a bear, and this kid was amazed by the magic of transforming wood into an animal. I caught his attention and I helped him make a sponge from a block of floral foam.
"When he was finished, he looked quite content with himself. His mother later told us that, when he got home, he was in a very happy mood. He ate, and then drew a picture of me, calling me 'art boy.' Apparently, the experience contributed to him coming out of his depression.
"When she told us this, we felt a great sense of satisfaction. We had no idea how much we could help someone — a child — through our art.
"We see you as a door to the world where Reyna and I can show people our work. We would like to express our thanks to all of you who find interest in the wonderful world of Mexican alebrijes."
