Vibrant Camel Colorful Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-14057 A natural ascocentrum orchid pendant

A natural ascocentrum orchid pendant hangs from a long lariat brass chain

sterling waves undulate seductively on silver wires

Suspended at the ends of a gleaming band

Wool exterior

Vibrant Camel Colorful Wood Alebrije Camel Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-14057 A natural ascocentrum orchid pendantEars perked in a surprised expression, a vibrant camel is carved of copal wood in this folk art alebrije figurine from Mexico. Artisan duo Zeny and Reyna create the alebrije, hand painting the camel with intricate designs in a variety of colors. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. Alebrijes are a fairly recent Mexican art form, attributed to Pedro Linares. Unconscious due to illness in 1936, he was presumed near death and