Huichol Charm Beaded Papier Mache Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-8890 Beaded embellishments on front only

Beaded embellishments on front only

including baskets

Hide little trinkets in this handmade treasure box featuring a top with a mosaic chevron pattern inlay

Created by the women recycling artisans of Conserve India

Due to the handmade nature of this product the natural stone color and/or pattern may vary

Huichol Charm Beaded Papier Mache Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-8890 Beaded embellishments on front onlyHernndez depicts the peyote flower on the mask's forehead; the cheeks glow with images of the sun god. Two terukas scurry from the chin; these scorpions guard the maize. He celebrates Huichol custom with this mask as he finds inspiration in the psychedelic effects of jicur ('peyote flower'). Ingested only for ceremonial purposes, jicur is regarded as a sacred flower for it allows a person to see and communicate with the gods. Papier mache & beads Keep