Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico Annapurna Royal blue and violet silk

Royal blue and violet silk form an elegant scarf

Armando Ramírez creates the figure from a spark plug

Printed with vibrant birds of different species

a cuff of sterling silver showcases a hammered finish that beautifully captures the light

Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico Annapurna Royal blue and violet silkLong 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