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Presented by the Association of Friends of the Ixchel Museum, this book is named Cofradía, which means "confraternity" in Spanish. Each page features photos and historical information about Guatemalan confraternities, religious organizations that helped to promote traditional textiles. All purchases of this cultural book contribute to the Ixchel Museum.

The museum's name honors the pre-Hispanic goddess who was the patroness of weaving and fertility. The private, non-profit Ixchel Museum of Indigenous Textiles and Clothing was founded in 1977. Its mission is to collect, document, rescue, and exhibit the heritage of indigenous textiles in Guatemala, teaching it to people in order to conserve and spread it.

The Maya firmament was blessed with a privileged location that allowed them to see the galaxy's center and its harmonious pace, guiding them in every aspect of their lives. This unique way to connect nature and humanity resulted in the Mayan astrology sign, an ancient doctrine intended to identify each person's spiritual nature by looking at the stars.

As a way to wear your Mayan identity, Maura Parra from Guatemala creates this leather-cord nickel necklace for those born on the No'j day, the day of "knowledge" in the Nahual language. With a human with a thriving mind embossed along with the sign's name, the accessory represents the souls born for science and arts, characterized by creativity and innovation.

Crosses from Armenia's era of kingdoms dangle from jute cords to adorn your days with sweet hope. Made in honor of the region's customs, this set of three wood ornaments by the Yereqnuk Arts Group showcases the beauty of a region with a rich cultural past. Pink, blue and green hues unite in each motif, traditionally painted by hand.

Inspired by khachkar symbols, the ornaments' back reads: "Cross found on Armenian churches, monasteries, and cross stones."

Sharp and bold figures merge in a magnificent composition by Bali's Kasiyanto. Exuding strength and courage, this acrylic painting inspired by the region's classic arts aims to send a profound message: "Most humans wear masks to cover their shortcomings even though God created humans as the best creatures above other creatures," as the artist says.

The composition arrives signed and unstretched.