This is a hand carved and hand painted wooden turtle folk art figurine from Mexico, featuring bold, colorful geometric patterns in an alebrije-style design. The turtle is painted in vibrant pink, black, yellow, blue, green, red, and white, with expressive detailing on the face, shell, and legs.
The underside is hand signed “Nora Juarez – Arizona Oax.”, indicating Mexican folk art origin and individual craftsmanship. Each surface shows hand carving marks and brushwork consistent with artisan-made pieces rather than factory production.
A charming and whimsical decorative collectible, perfect for folk art, alebrije, or animal figurine collectors.
Material: Hand carved wood
Technique: Hand painted
Dimensions: Approx. 4" long x 1.5" wide
Origin: Mexico
Signature: Hand signed on underside
Style: Mexican folk art / alebrije-inspired
Subject: Turtle
Good vintage condition.
Light paint wear and minor surface marks consistent with age and handmade construction. No cracks, breaks, or repairs noted. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.