Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture - Oaxaca Snail Peace The plates are pretty enough

The plates are pretty enough for display

Polished sterling silver settings complete the elegant design

proudly displaying the skill of local artisans

the warm scarf is woven of soft 100% alpaca wool

and has a polyester lining and a bright crimson recycled glass bead to enhance the flower ornament

Handcrafted Mexican Folk Art Alebrije Sculpture - Oaxaca Snail Peace The plates are pretty enoughAdorned with cheerful artistry, this purple and pink snail makes its way from the magical lands of Oaxaca. 'The snail symbolizes life that starts and ends in a spiral,' believe Zeny and Reyna. After carving the copal wood alebrije, they use the tip of a maguey leaf to paint the florid patterns. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. Copal wood 0. 11 lbs 5. 8 inches H x 6 inches W x 7. 3 inches D