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Small Red Huichol Skull, "Red Scorpion"

Name: Small Red Huichol Skull, 'Red Scorpion'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 409557
Price: 35.01 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (8 reviews)

Product ID: 409557

by Miguel Díaz (8)

In Huichol cosmology, the scorpion or tortuka is considered a protector and ally. Red scorpions grace both sides of this wonderful papier mache... more

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In Huichol cosmology, the scorpion or tortuka is considered a protector and ally. Red scorpions grace both sides of this wonderful papier mache figurine from Miguel Diaz in Mexico. The patterns are created with the application of tiny glass beads which are added one by one, using beeswax as an adhesive. The Huichol or Wixarika are an indigenous people in central western Mexico.

80 grams
0.2 lbs

6 cm H x 6 cm W x 7.07 cm D
2.4" H x 2.4" W x 2.8" D

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Papier mache, glass beads
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Keep out of heat
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 409557

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Miguel Díaz

Mexico

Huichol beaded sculpture and decor accents

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Laura

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Mar 12, 2025

“Ofrenda para dia de Muertos”

Got two different designs for my altar! Honoring my ancestors with beautiful,colorful calaveras!

Purchased Item Peyote Memories, Handmade Huichol Skull Figurine

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Laura

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Feb 03, 2025

“Colorful and beautiful!”

Great afition for my altar!

Purchased Item Huichol Star, Handcrafted Beadwork Skull Figurine

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Veronica C

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Oct 14, 2024

“A very handsome character!”

A gorgeous and meaningful artwork. The beadwork is meticulous. The patterns and colours are mesmerising and vivid. And best of all it looks exactly like a jaguar! I love it and will treasure it. I also appreciated the wonderful wrapping and presentation, which meant this item was received in the UK in perfect condition. Wonderful. Warm cheers to Mexico!

Purchased Item Red Jaguar, Ceramic Glass-Beaded Huichol Jaguar Head From Guadalajara

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Miguel Díaz Huichol beaded sculpture and decor accents

"The meaning of each design motif I depict is fundamental. I take care that each element has a reason and shows our Wixarika worldview."

"Mythology and our culture allow us to show the material and intangible heritage of my ancestors and all of our Wixarika culture through our... read more