Huichol Charm Beaded Papier Mache Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-8890 and the parang or dagger

and the parang or dagger

crafting beautiful attire and accessories from Peru

Beaded embellishments on front only

Due to the handmade nature of this product the natural stone color and/or pattern may vary

Thai artisan Pichaya has created an Om symbol

Huichol Charm Beaded Papier Mache Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-8890 and the parang or daggerHernndez depicts the peyote flower on the mask's forehead; the cheeks glow with images of the sun god. Two terukas scurry from the chin; these scorpions guard the maize. He celebrates Huichol custom with this mask as he finds inspiration in the psychedelic effects of jicur ('peyote flower'). Ingested only for ceremonial purposes, jicur is regarded as a sacred flower for it allows a person to see and communicate with the gods. Papier mache & beads Keep