Huichol Indian Peyote Mexican Folk Art Yarn Painting Large Original Signed

Description

This handcrafted yarn tablet is by Gonzalo Hernandez. Many animals were sacred to the Huichol. Deer were considered to be spirit guides. This yarn painting is known to the Huichols as a neirika; a portal between the physical and spiritual worlds.
Nierikas (pronounced Near-eeka) aretraditional yarn paintings made by the Huicholpeople. The designsand symbols on the Nierikas are based on theirmyths, stories andpersonal dailyactivities. The yarn paintings portray theHuichol belief that people are connected tonature and all living things. The Huicholsbelieve it is their duty to take care of the earthbecause they depend on it for survival.
This one of a kind piece is signed and dated by the artist.
Size: 12" Inches Diameter