Swordfish Mystery Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-671 He fashions the figures from

He fashions the figures from discarded pieces of wire and sparkplugs

Vinita of Thailand presents this lovely striped scarf in black

featuring cabochons of natural garnet

These graceful dragonflies seem to dart here and there on the evening breeze

the earrings dangle from hooks of sterling silver

Swordfish Mystery Wood Alebrije Swordfish Figurine from Mexico _artisan--novica-artisan-671 He fashions the figures fromCarved of copal wood, this delightful figurine from Mexico depicts a swordfish. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna design this 'mystery of nature' in the traditional style of alebrije handicrafts. The swordfish features a vibrant, hand painted finish. The alebrije tradition started with Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906 1992). When he was 30, he fell into a coma due to serious illness. While he was unconscious, he dreamed he was caught