Aztec Duality Life and Death Pre-Hispanic Mask Ceramic Replica Silver the birthstone of November

the birthstone of November

the elephant-headed Hindu god of prosperity and wisdom

A bird alights on the head and reaches down with a gentle beak as though protecting this noble personage

The box can be used for decoration or to hold small items such as jewelry

Alberto Ruiz weaves a spectacular design

Aztec Duality Life and Death Pre-Hispanic Mask Ceramic Replica Silver the birthstone of NovemberArtisans from the Angel Cern Artisan Association are inspired by the concept of duality in Aztec spirituality and art for the design of this mask. 'Existential duality between life and death is at the root of all conflict within oneself, and in relationship with others. We are born with both impulses, that of living and evolving, and that of dying,' explain the Mexican artisans. Experts in pre Hispanic art, the artisans craft a ceramic mask in which