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Lot # I479
System ID # 24219639
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Huichol Beaded Snake & Lizard – Handcrafted Wood & Glass Beads
Handcrafted Huichol (Wixarika) beaded figures, featuring a snake and a lizard, each carved from wood and decorated with colorful glass seed beads. The intricate beadwork is applied with beeswax, forming bold geometric and floral motifs in vibrant shades of red, blue, yellow, green, and black. The snake displays a vivid sunburst-style pattern along its body, while the lizard showcases multicolor designs with contrasting borders.
These figures reflect the artistry of the Huichol people of Mexico, whose beadwork often carries symbolic meaning tied to nature and spirituality. Striking as folk art collectibles or as decorative accents, this pair brings both cultural heritage and color to any display.
Condition:
Good overall. The snake has a few absent beads on its head, while the lizard shows several areas of bead loss. Both remain structurally sound and display beautifully.
Dimensions:
Snake: 0.75" H x 1.25" W x 9.75" L
Lizard: 1.25" H x 2" W x 8.75" L
Campbell’s soup can shown for scale