Xoloescuincle Alebrije sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-7911 Shoulder cutout

Shoulder cutout

as well as a rope motif that surrounds the bezel

sparkles with bright golden beauty

Handmade in Guatemala by an all-women coop

accentuated by an oxidized finish

Xoloescuincle Alebrije sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-7911 Shoulder cutout'The ancient Aztecs believed the xoloescuintle dog protected the underworld, and we decided to decorate this alebrije with aspects of sun and light reflected on earth,' confide Zeny and Reyna. They paint the wood sculpture by hand with detailed artistry and expressive sentiment. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. materials: Copal wood Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly Signed by the artist