Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament - Hummingbird Song National Geographic Created by Balinese artisan Ari

Created by Balinese artisan Ari Gunawan

producing all types of designs in his workshop that he opened in 1974

and the clasp is Karen silver as well

This delightful ceramic dessert or snack bowl by Mexico’s by Sergio Ponce is a beautiful addition to any table setting

Peru's Gliseria Soto works in the time-honored technique of reverse-painted glass to create this lovely wall mirror

Handcrafted Copal Wood Alebrije Bird Ornament - Hummingbird Song National Geographic Created by Balinese artisan AriArtisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Mexico hand paint this charming hummingbird alebrije ornament sky blue with red details on the tail and multicolor designs on the body. Hanging from a yellow ribbon, the bird is crafted from copal wood. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. 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