Huichol: Wall Hanging Beaded Sun & Moon Figurine Oaxaca artThis stunning Huichol beaded sun and moon sculpture beautifully represents the balance of opposites in Wixrika (Huichol) cosmology, light and shadow, day and night, life and death. Each tiny bead has been meticulously placed by hand to form sacred geometric patterns in luminous shades of blue, black, gold, and violet. The sun, carved in natural wood and adorned with warm gold tones, symbolizes life, energy, and renewal. At the same time, the moon,
Dimensions: 14''Tall 8''Long 7''Wide
every pattern carefully balanced
a creature of darkness that also pollinated the maguey and the ceiba
also known as “The Little Flower of Jesus”
these pieces can be displayed together or individually
The jaguar held supreme power in the Mesoamerican world
graphic presence
a teal facial disc with radiating lines
and Maya Blue colors Rocio chose
To take a single block of copal and release a bird in this position
The embroidery is handmade in Tenango
contemporary character full of life and imagination
