Wood Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico - Imposing Quetzalcoatl Gift Set connected to a wooden waning

connected to a wooden waning moon shape on hook earring posts

Alex Mermao in Peru crafts the ornaments with calabash gourd

The elephants are drawn on a sheet of sterling silver

65 inches L x 12

925 Sterling silver plated brass clasp and extender chain

Wood Quetzalcoatl Serpent Figurine Hand-Painted in Mexico - Imposing Quetzalcoatl Gift Set connected to a wooden waningThe Feathered Serpent deity of ancient Mesoamerican culture, known as Quetzalcoatl, is the star of this exceptional alebrije figurine that pays homage to traditional Mexican folk art in a most captivating manner. The vivid hues and intricate motifs that adorn this decorative accent are the handiwork of artisans Alejandro and Rocio Jimenez, who also carve by hand this splendid figurine from copal wood. Copal wood 0. 96 oz 4. 3 inches H x 2. 8 inches W