Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca - Red Dragonfly sep24NEW 64 inches L x 15

64 inches L x 15

Finding inspiration in the beautiful Peruvian landscapes

81 inches L x 29 inches W

which is woven on a traditional jacquard loom

Classic Armenian details in an oxidized finish adorn the refined forms of this sterling silver cuff bracelet

Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca - Red Dragonfly sep24NEW 64 inches L x 15Alebrijes are often a hybrid of real animals, such as elephants and crocodiles, or they can be more fantastical creatures, such as dragons. Artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Xoxocotlan in the Mexican state of Oaxaca creates an elaborately hand carved copal wood alebrije dragonfly, or libelula. The insect is beautifully painted in bold red with accents of black, blue and yellow. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. It is said