Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico Annapurna with a leaf charm crafted

with a leaf charm crafted from sterling silver

a cuff of sterling silver showcases a hammered finish that beautifully captures the light

Armando Ramírez creates the figure from a spark plug

the wind chimes are crafted by hand

Printed with vibrant birds of different species

Nocturnal Mystery Handmade Owl with Ear Tufts Alebrije Figurine from Mexico Annapurna with a leaf charm craftedLong considered a mysterious creature, an owl is made more so by its fantastical design in this terrific example of the Mexican alebrije tradition from Oaxacan artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez. A multitude of hand painted designs in vivid shades cover the body and tufted head of this figurine, carved by hand from copal wood. The artisan pair are helping guide future generations of wood carvers. Says Jesus, 'We have four children, who bring us much