Rainbow Hummingbird Multicolored Wood Hummingbird Alebrije _artisan--novica-artisan-11697 Using techniques taught to him

Using techniques taught to him by his father

Sparkling peridot gemstones are set in stunning sterling silver

Mystical amethyst centers the jali openwork that shapes this beautiful pair of earrings

the scarf's red

Rainbow Hummingbird Multicolored Wood Hummingbird Alebrije _artisan--novica-artisan-11697 Using techniques taught to himThis fabulous 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