Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-9451 The ancient Maya regarded this

The ancient Maya regarded this gem known as Ya'ax Chich a sacred symbol of life

Like exotic night-blooming flora

inspired by his faith

radiant flower bursts from the center of this wood relief panel Ketut Sudantara

Each tile is made so that it can be removed and replaced with another

Brilliant Hummingbird Handmade Hummingbird Wood Alebrije Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-9451 The ancient Maya regarded thisThis wonderful hummingbird alebrije is the original creation of Mexican artisan Teresita Gonzalez. The impressive bird is carved from copal wood and carefully painted in a rainbow of colors. The myriad wings give the sculpture an impression of movement. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. The folk art tradition of alebrijes dates back to the 1930's in Mexico City. A man named Pedro Linares was taken ill, and in his fevered