Huichol 3D Flower Necklace

Description

This beaded flower necklace was made by a Huichol artisan in Mexico.  According to www.thehuicholcenter.org, Flowers play a part in all Huichol ceremonies, and all flowers are considered sacred in healing rituals; the patient’s head is anointed with flowers. Shamans use them to prepare for the deer hunt and during harvest ceremonies to adorn the new corn. This necklace measures 17″long by 5.5″ at the widest part.