This substantial little turtle is more a fine example of alebrije without having the slightly menacing look of many of them. the detail is amazing, and the expression on its face is wonderful - both knowing and olayful. The colors fit well with current decor while retaining a folk art feel.
I have been looking for a wall decor for my bathroom where I have a picture of several moon, half moons and full moons and I have never found anything that quite fit the bill until I saw and purchased this moon. It goes perfrect, the colors are perfect and just the right size for what I needed.
Without a doubt, what distinguishes Mexican hand blown glass art is the interplay of clear glass with such colors as cobalt blue and other vibrant hues.
The art of hand blown glass or vidrio soplado has diversified throughout the world, yet it is in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, where allegedly more... read more
The Holiday Catalog
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