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Alebrijes
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A look at the creation process of Mexican art forms. Alebrijes are brightly coloured, fantastical creatures, carved from copal wood and decorated in detailed paintwork.
Alebrijes are brightly coloured, fantastical creatures, carved from copal wood and decorated in extremely detailed paintwork. Different animals and their characteristics are associated with different birth dates, and the patterns are full of symbols and meaning. Consequently, the sculpture contains often complex and personal narratives.
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Wed 18 Aug 2021
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | Alessandra Bonomolo |
| Series Producer | Graeme Hart |
Broadcasts
- Mon 18 Dec 2017 22:00
- Wed 1 Aug 2018 19:30
- Thu 20 Jun 2019 02:05
- Wed 17 Jun 2020 19:00
- Thu 18 Jun 2020 02:20
- Fri 29 Jan 2021 01:30
- Wed 18 Aug 2021 00:05
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