“Watcher in Midnight Stripes” – Cat #5 Alebrije

Elegant and alert, Watcher in Midnight Stripes is a hand-carved alebrije cat from the renowned Jacobo & María Ángeles studio. With its upright posture and piercing gaze, the feline feels almost alive — a quiet guardian with a presence far larger than its size. Painted in a deep charcoal base with fine white Zapotec patterns, the piece is visually striking and full of symbolic meaning. Every inch of the cat’s body is covered in precise, hand-painted designs representing nature, protection, and balance — traditional to the Zapotec worldview. This sculpture is more than decorative: it’s a cultural narrative, infused with spirit and story, perfect for collectors of fine Mexican folk art.