Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico 26W a natural dendrobium orchid and

a natural dendrobium orchid and bud are encased in gold

Constructed with superior cardboard and built-to-last longer than the conventional cat scratcher

I began painting as a form of therapy

Decorated with colorful designs and white spiraling embroidery against a body of myrtle green

fair-trade beauty

Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico 26W a natural dendrobium orchid andLong considered a mysterious creature, an owl is made more so by its fantastical design in this terrific example of the Mexican alebrije tradition from Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. A multitude of hand painted designs in vivid shades cover the body and tufted head of this figurine, carved by hand from copal wood. The artisan pair are helping guide future generations of wood carvers. Says Jesus, 'We have four children, who bring us much