I have so many hummingbirds from NOVICA artisans that I'm slow to get more, but this one looked really pretty with the purple. Turns out it's also thickly carved, except for the head and beak, which gives it a nice feeling of depth.
This little alebrije sculpture is adorable and just the right touch in my eating area. I particularly love the curved tail, which was carefully packaged separately to avoid breakage. This gato makes me smile every time I see it. Gracias, Jesus y Roxana!
I do appreciate these artists who create the Oaxacan detail techniques of painting and carving. This is a great example of how that is done. I will look forward to collecting more from these artisans!
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The Summer Catalog
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.