San Martin Tilcajete is a town that has made a great deal of economic progress based on the development of the alebrijes. Thirty years ago the town dedicated to embroidery like many other towns.For more information contact: info@mexicantextiles.com |
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Some examples of alebrijes, there are thousands of figures; it just depends on the creativity of each artisan. |
Dogs, Cats and Coyotes. |
Snakes |
Deer and rabbits, there are many different qualities of painting and carving so if you go take your time visiting the over 50 vendors homes. Generally the smaller more precise the dots the more costly the piece. |
My alebrije gecko on the wall in my studio. |
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