Shaman Deer Huichol Papier Mache Multicolor Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-823 This necklace of stunning beauty

This necklace of stunning beauty combines textures and subtle color

Each gourd approximately: 3" H x 2

Penpan presents this addition to your home

made with sustainably sourced leather

Crafted by hand using strings of silk and featuring dyed cultured pearls and glistening glass beads

Shaman Deer Huichol Papier Mache Multicolor Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-823 This necklace of stunning beautyHiginio Hernandez handcrafts this mask to ask the gods' assurance of an abundant maize harvest, as well as protection from the scorpions that guard it. A sacred symbol, this blue jikuri or peyote flower recalls millenary Huichol traditions. Kawuyumaire, the Huichol's elder brother, assumes the form of a deer to become a messenger from the gods. His presence is only perceptible through the consumption of peyote flowers. The Huichol draw, paint or make