Avelino Perez: Penguin Lady WoodcarvingMeet the most playful flightless bird around! This copal wood lady, crafted by Oaxaca alebrije artist Avelino Perez, wears a vibrant green polka dot dress and a charming red bow that loudly declares, Look at me! With her beak open mid chatter and wide, curious eyes, shes prepared to step into our hearts. Origin: Oaxaca Dimensions: 6''Tall 4''Wide 3''Deep

A very elegant piece

radiating from the shoulder and hindquarters in two bold spirals that collide at the zebra’s center

ready to purr or pounce

The painting features ollas representing the diverse styles of Mata Ortiz pottery

The snail in his hands is a small painting all its own

including emerald spirals

Look at the gorgeous painting on the tail and back of the animal

meticulously painted water droplets dance across her body

You can feel the care in every curve of the body

timeless art

The one-piece castor is perfectly carved with a spectacular curving tail

A perfect little treasure