Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-10996 A traditional brass bell that

A traditional brass bell that rings for luck is near the rain tree wood clasp

Garnet emanates a deep crimson mystique

Designed by Peruvian artisan Jose Luis Pariona

the processing and distilling of tequila is an internationally-recognized tradition

Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-10996 A traditional brass bell thatThis 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