Javier Jimenez: Heart Necklace Oaxaca little duck He works alongside his wife

He works alongside his wife Mayte Calvo in San Martín Tilcajete

tiny silver-toned metal charms shaped like stars

Spectacular owl woodcarving by top alebrije artist Emmanuel Ramirez

The face and stance are very expressive

natural pigments

Javier Jimenez: Heart Necklace Oaxaca little duck He works alongside his wifeThis heart pendant by Javier Jimenez is a wearable work of art. One side features hand painted miniature flowers and butterflies in turquoise, violet, and sky blue, while the bottom area displays a dreamy scalloped pattern in soft, layered hues. A striking gold band cuts diagonally across the heart, adorned with intricate geometric patterns that shimmer in the light. The pendant suspends from a delicate pastel seed bead necklace in soft pink, lilac,