Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-13771 the hand engraved Hamsa design

the hand engraved Hamsa design and white rub finish give the box the feel of an heirloom collected in the bustling spice markets of Delhi or Calcutta

The Aztecs also regarded the feathered coyote as the loyal companion of Tezcatlipoca

Indian artisan Alok Jain works tirelessly to present stunning jewelry of increasing mastery and complexity

The adjustable shoulder strap

Working on a backstrap loom

Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-13771 the hand engraved Hamsa designThis wonderful hummingbird alebrije is the original creation of Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez. The impressive bird is carved from copal wood and carefully painted in a rainbow of colors. The myriad wings give the sculpture an impression of movement. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered