Howling Coyote Alebrije Sculpture Hand Painted 'Howling Coyote' NOVICA _artisan--novica-artisan-2470 This handcrafted item features a

This handcrafted item features a combination of high polish and oxidized finishes for exquisite detail

As if transforming from plant to animal

inspired by the rays of the sun

a lush embroidered fabric

This artisan-crafted sterling silver necklace features a hand-stamped "13

Howling Coyote Alebrije Sculpture Hand Painted 'Howling Coyote' NOVICA _artisan--novica-artisan-2470 This handcrafted item features aOn a hot summer evening, a coyote lifts his head to howl at the moon. He raises one paw and holds his bushy tail aloft in this elegant animal portrait. By Manuel Cruz, the sculpture is a Mexican alebrije. 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. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from