{"product_id":"cat-alebrije-hand-carved-oaxacan-wood-folk-art-by-norberto-fabian-xuana","title":"Cat Alebrije - Hand-Carved Oaxacan Wood Folk Art by Norberto Fabián Xuana","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring home a true collector's piece with this \u003cstrong\u003ehand-carved cat alebrije\u003c\/strong\u003e, created by master artisan \u003cstrong\u003eNorberto Fabián Xuana\u003c\/strong\u003e in Oaxaca, Mexico. Carved from copal wood and hand-painted in vivid shades of blue, green, and purple, this sitting cat is covered in fine dots, scales, and geometric patterns inspired by Zapotec art. Every curve and every dot is done by hand, which makes each alebrije a one-of-a-kind work of authentic Oaxacan folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved copal-wood cat alebrije from \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca, Mexico\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade and hand-painted by artisan \u003cstrong\u003eNorberto Fabián Xuana\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright blue body with a green dotted head, purple ears, and intricate Zapotec-inspired details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant seated pose that stands on its own on a shelf, mantel, or desk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collectible piece: each one is unique, with small differences that show it was made by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSize \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"min-width:360px;border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eInches\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ccc;\"\u003eCentimeters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e12.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e6.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e6.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor decorative display only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust gently with a soft, dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from moisture and direct sunlight to protect the hand-painted colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFolk-art collectors, cat lovers, Oaxacan-art enthusiasts, housewarming gifts, or a colorful accent for a bookshelf, console table, or plant corner. Explore more pieces in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/authentic-mexican-alebrijes-handcrafted-folk-art\"\u003ealebrijes collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or pair this cat with Norberto's \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fox-alebrije-oaxacan-wood-norberto-fabian-xuana\"\u003ehand-carved fox alebrije\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dog-alebrije-oaxacan-wood-norberto-fabian-xuana\"\u003edog alebrije\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is this cat alebrije?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt stands 5 inches (12.7 cm) tall and measures 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide and 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho made it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis alebrije was carved and hand-painted by Oaxacan artisan Norberto Fabián Xuana, who creates each piece in Oaxaca, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill mine look exactly like the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery alebrije is carved and painted by hand, so the patterns and shades can vary slightly. That is what makes each one a unique collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it indoors for decorative display, dust it with a soft dry cloth, and avoid moisture and direct sunlight so the colors stay vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Legaspi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48030677991478,"sku":"ACAT-01","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/6375\/5830\/files\/download_51.png?v=1791561779","url":"https:\/\/casalegaspi.com\/products\/cat-alebrije-hand-carved-oaxacan-wood-folk-art-by-norberto-fabian-xuana","provider":"Casa Legaspi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}