Lot 839

Attributed Manuel Jiménez Ramírez | Carved Copal Giraffe & Jaguar Alebrijes

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Attributed Manuel Jiménez Ramírez | Carved Copal Giraffe & Jaguar Alebrijes

Estimate: $400 - $600

Current Bid: $200

(1 Bid)

by Artemis Fine Arts
July 30, 2026 8:00 AM MDT
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Louisville, CO, US 80027

Mexico, Oaxaca, Arrazola, ca. mid to late 20th century CE. Pair of carved wood alebrijes attributed to Oaxacan master Manuel Jiménez Ramírez, each carved from copal. The giraffe stands on an elongated neck with exposed grain decorated in hand-drawn dashes and lozenges. The jaguar has black rosettes and orange-rimmed eyes. Both show the sparing painted patterning over natural wood characteristic of early Arrazola workshop production, predating the saturated palettes of later generations. Size of giraffe: 2.25" W x 9" H x 4.5" D (5.7 cm W x 22.9 cm H x 11.4 cm D); jaguar approx. 12" x 6.5" (30.5 x 16.5 cm).

Provenance: private Las Vegas, Nevada, USA collection

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Item # 203678

  • Condition: Scuffs and discoloration to surfaces. Giraffe ears are attached with glue.

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