Owl Delight Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-13824 The goal is to make

The goal is to make all 18 pieces fit together perfectly

This design features black backdrop accented by a white collar and bold stripe across the poncho's front and back

Freshwater pearls

cultured pearls form an ivory chrysanthemum

lined interior

Owl Delight Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Owl Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-13824 The goal is to makePainted in shades such as turquoise, russet, and pastel pink, this charming owl figurine is sure to brighten up any room with its happy design. Artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez handcraft the owl from copal wood, decorating it with the detailed motifs that give alebrijes their distinctive appearance. 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