Angel Matias: Little Owl Ceramics Gourds have long been used

Gourds have long been used by Huichol artisans—not only as containers but also as surfaces for ceremonial and decorative expression

and white crescent moons framing the eyes

and an owl

stalking crouch

inviting you into a world where folk tradition meets innovation

Angel Matias: Little Owl Ceramics Gourds have long been usedCharming little owl by Oaxacan woodcarving artist Angel Matias. Small enough to sit in the palm of your hand, this little owl packs a lot of personality into a very small package. Angel carved it in a round, compact form with those big, blue, wide open eyes that make it impossible to resist. The painting is bold and confident, a teal facial disc with radiating lines, a body of rich purple and hot pink, and a surprise of orange and yellow on the back.