Shaman Deer Huichol Papier Mache Multicolor Mask Diabetes Awareness Almost celestial

Almost celestial

intertwined with rain tree wood and glass beads

Thailand's Alaya Cholprasertsuk designs the blouse and adds ruffles at the neck

Sterling silver and citrine

75" L x 6" H (22

Shaman Deer Huichol Papier Mache Multicolor Mask Diabetes Awareness Almost celestialHiginio Hernandez handcrafts this mask to ask the gods' assurance of an abundant maize harvest, as well as protection from the scorpions that guard it. A sacred symbol, this blue jikuri or peyote flower recalls millenary Huichol traditions. Kawuyumaire, the Huichol's elder brother, assumes the form of a deer to become a messenger from the gods. His presence is only perceptible through the consumption of peyote flowers. The Huichol draw, paint or make