Swordfish Mystery Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-6051 Gently clasped onto your favorite

Gently clasped onto your favorite plant’s stem or leaf

Elaborate swirl and bubble motifs surround open circles of polished sterling silver

Total length: 145 in

The talented artisans of Peru's Sumaq Qara Association create these ornaments

Penpan presents this serveware accessory

Swordfish Mystery Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-6051 Gently clasped onto your favoriteCarved of copal wood, this delightful figurine from Mexico depicts a swordfish. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna design this 'mystery of nature' in the traditional style of alebrije handicrafts. The swordfish features a vibrant, hand painted finish. The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906 1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught