Handmade Cardinal Clay Bird Figurine from Guatemala - Cardinal Beauty Book Lovers jade is said to attract

jade is said to attract love

brought from Persia in the 15th century

Presented by UMBVS Desert Weavers of India

Rasool paints the motifs by hand in the detailed style of India's traditional miniature paintings

Handmade Cardinal Clay Bird Figurine from Guatemala - Cardinal Beauty Book Lovers jade is said to attractMauricio Morales crafts a petite ceramic bird figurine that features exquisite hand painted detailing. 'The process for making these small creatures was something I learned when I was small. Since then, it has become a passion of mine,' says the Guatemalan artisan, adding that the sculpture is made for, 'all of those who love birds.' He starts by mixing the clay and carefully shaping the figure, and then he adds aluminum legs and feet. After the bird