Cesar Melchor: Sunshine Hippo Alebrije canoe and anyone captivated by the

and anyone captivated by the art of the ancient Southwest

The piece is carved from wood in a rustic style and painted with radiant tones of blue

This striking sea turtle by Luis Pablo feels like a little piece of Northwest Coast mythology come to life

The artists achieve cutout areas by weaving wet bark fibers

Cesar Melchor: Sunshine Hippo Alebrije canoe and anyone captivated by theThis handsome Oaxacan hippo sculpture is a burst of sunshine! The figure was created by artist Cesar Melchor, who is well known for his wonderful woodcarving skills and stunning painted designs. The coloring is superb and the expressiveness of the figure is just beautiful! The design features a stylized sun, flowers, and an owl! Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 7''Tall 9. 5''Long 6''Wide