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As in all our Huichol beaded art, the sacred symbols and use of color on this mask are breathtaking. The tiny chaquira, or seed beads, are applied by coating the surface of the delicately carved bear with a special beeswax mixture. Then beads are applied one by one using needles. The vision of the artist comes to life as the beads are applied. The beading is perfect with every bead in place. This can easily be seen by clicking on each image where it will expand, showing the incredible detail of this art.

The sacred symbols on this piece are corn, peyote, lizard and deer.

The mask is 4.25 inches tall, 3.5 inches wide and 2 inches wide.
Because the smaller size 14 beads are used instead of the usual larger size 11, the level of skill and artistry required is very high. The quality of the wood carving and beading will amaze you!
Do not place this art in hot direct sunlight. This may soften the beeswax. Otherwise, with gently handling, this art will stay in perfect shape.

SEE THE HUICHOL ART PAGE FOR AN INTRODUCTION OF HUICHOL ART AND AN IN-DEPTH EXPLANATION OF THESE PARTICULAR HUICHOL INDIANS AND THEIR ART.

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