Avelino Perez: California Bear Alebrije Day Dead Read more about the history

Read more about the history and creative process

Dimensions: 3''Tall 5''Long 1

Created by Oaxaca artist Lucero Fuentes

from their role as loyal guardians in everyday life to their sacred status in pre-Columbian beliefs

and Saint Benedict medals

Avelino Perez: California Bear Alebrije Day Dead Read more about the historyThis charming bear by Avelino Perez is full of character, a little wild, a little sweet, and completely handmade in La Unin, Oaxaca. Carved from copal wood and painted in smooth shades of gray and white, it stands proudly with a bright expression that feels almost ready for a friendly hug. Avelinos work is known for its playful simplicity and genuine folk charm, capturing the soul of rural Oaxaca in every curve and brushstroke. This delightful