Colima Dog Handcrafted Mexican Archaeological Ceramic Red Dog Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-7876 4% spandex

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5 carats of faceted round rose quartz are showcased in a sterling silver bezel setting

Entitled Nye Ke Bi (the Fish and the Fry)

Blanket stitching and dainty embroidery of snowflake motifs distinguish these heart-shaped ornaments from India

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

Colima Dog Handcrafted Mexican Archaeological Ceramic Red Dog Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-7876 4% spandexHolding an ear of corn in his teeth, this plump little dog replicates those found in shaft tombs throughout western Mexico and especially in the state of Colima. Artisans from the Angel Ceron Artisan Association depict the itzcuintli, a cheerful, barkless species prized by ancient man. Sculpted in clay as funerary offerings, they accompanied their masters in death to aid the soul in crossing rivers of blood along the road of the dead. materials: