Zapotec Fish 12-inch Hand Carved and Painted Alebrije Fish Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-11020 An amethyst is suspended from

An amethyst is suspended from a sleek sterling silver raindrop

crafting the cuff of sterling silver to feature intricate butterfly patterns along its length

Using round and rectangular cabochon gemstones

Due to the handmade nature of the stones

5" L chain with 2" extender (77

Zapotec Fish 12-inch Hand Carved and Painted Alebrije Fish Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-11020 An amethyst is suspended fromA rotund fish with big eyes swims sinuously in cool rivers. Colorful motifs from Zapotec art and ancient temples cover the body and fins. By Manuel Cruz, this is a beautiful example of Mexico's alebrije art. The image is carved by hand of copal wood in the style of Oaxaca and meticulously painted by hand with tiny brushes. The finer details are created using a maguey thorn instead of a brush. The alebrije tradition originated with Mexico City artisan