Glowing in incandescent color, jicuri — the six sided buds of the peyote cactus — cover an intricately beaded skull. It is revered for its curative properties and its ability to enlighten the one who...read more
In cool tones of dark blue, seafoam green and peach, this beautiful skull conveys images of Huichol cosmology. On the crown, the six-sided bud represents peyote, an essential element of Huichol...read more
Higinio Hernández prepares for Day of the Dead celebrations with this spectacular Huichol skull. Werika, the double-headed eagle spreads her bright yellow wings on the forehead, while jicurí blossoms...read more
Pale in the darkness, stars send a message from the heavens. In Huichol belief, it is the stars that watch over the sun at night while he is asleep, and rrurabe, are guardian stars that accompany the...read more
Cool in the deep blue darkness, stars send a message from the heavens. In Huichol belief, it is the stars that watch over the sun at night while he is asleep, and rrurabe, are guardian stars that...read more
Yellow deer frolic on each side of a skull figurine from Mexico. They hold an important place in Huichol thought, as Kawuyomaire, the blue deer, is considered their brother, guardian and guide. On the...read more