Tlanchana Barro Pigmentado Mermaid Clay Sculpture Rebozos or bookshelves

or bookshelves

Beautiful sterling silver cuff bracelet with intricate weaving pattern

Made with a special time-honored technique

These miracle crosses are a fusion of Spanish and Mexican culture

meticulously handwoven by skilled artisans using techniques passed down through generations

Tlanchana Barro Pigmentado Mermaid Clay Sculpture Rebozos or bookshelvesTlanchana Mermaid Clay Sculpture Handmade in Metepec, Estado de Mxico A tlanchana is a mythical water deity from Mesoamerican folklore, often depicted as a beautiful woman with a lower body that is a snake or, in later versions, a fish tail. This Tlanchana inspired figurine was handmade using natural clay and traditional techniques in Metepec, Estado de Mxico. The clay was hand shaped and detailed, then adorned with dozens of tiny floral appliqus.