This exquisite painting by Regina Moya of life-giving maíz on gold leaf incorporates miniature skulls as corn kernels recalling the Huey Tzompantli (Great Skull Rack) of Tenochtitlan that displays military strength and to strike fear into enemies or visitors. Painting measures 36"x36" and is valued at $2,000.

This hand woven wall hanging from Oaxaca expresses the deep connection to land life, so integral to living in Oaxaca. It is important tonote that all the yarns used in creating tapetes for the wall or floor are from handspun wool that is later dyed and woven by hand into these remarkable treasures. The Tapete measures 10" x 42".

This charming 14"x20" watercolor by Mexico City artist Hortencia Bueno captures a gorgeous chameleon changing his colors while two friends talk. The ancient codex symbols represent communication between the friends, an element she incorporates into many of her paintings. Unframed.

Photographer Dick Keis interviewed 28 legendary Oaxacan maestros, each with a unique artisan skill, from huaracheros to feather artists, weavers and silversmiths. This bilngual book captures the story of people who are preserving traditional crafts. It is autographed by the author and definitely a collectible for those who want to understand the artisan experience in Oaxaca.

This elegant necklace by award winning silversmith Flora María Sánchez features a sterling silver cacao tree on a chain with various gemstones including turquoise, amber, carnelian, and jade. Look closely to see the cacao pods growing on the tree. This necklace is one of a kind created for Somos Cultura y Más and our programs about chocolate.

This unique treasure made by award winning totomoxtle artist, Elpidio González is a collectible hard to find outside of his community except in museums. This piece depicts the backstrap weaver, one of the most important artisans of Mexico. The detail is extraordinary from her braids to the weaving, all made from corn husk (totomoxtle). see his work here:

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This companion piece to La Tejedora is by award winning totomoxtle artist, Elpidio González. This collectible art is hard to find outside of his community except in museums. It depicts the backstrap weaver, one of the most important artisans of Mexico. The detail is extraordinary from the hat to the designof the rug he is weaving, all made from corn husk (totomoxtle). see his work here:

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This one of a kind designer briefcase made with suede and trimmed with handwoven textile was created by the team of Cristina Pineda and Ricardo Covalín. The designers worked in collaboration with Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia to create a collection of accessories that feature the mythology, culture, art, architecture, and codices of pre-Hispanic indigenous people of Mexico. This gorgeous briefcase has a zipper pocket, divided spaces and a pocket in front. It includes both a handle and a shoulder strap. Retail value $525

This beautiful handbag designed by Cristina Pineda and Ricardo Covalín highlights Lotería, everyone's favorite game. The silk fabric in fall shades is complemented by rich brown leather. The zipper opens the whole bag from end to end making it easy to access everything inside. It includes the dust bag. This handbag is out of print as only a few were made. Retail price $480

Mexican Designers Pineda and Covalín secured a limited print permission from the Museos Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo to create this rare silk scarf depicting one of Frida's most famous paintings. Collar de Espinas symbolizes the profound pain and suffering she experienced during her life. The message says in Spanish, "I painted my picture in the year 1940 for Doctor Leo Eloesser, my physician and best friend. With my deep affection. Frida Kahlo". This classy scarf is double sided and measures 20"x60" .

This highly celebrated classic mid-century necklace with matching earrings is from Taller Los Ballesteros, Taxco, Mexico. Founded in 1937, Los Ballesteros is one of the most respected and enduring silver workshops from Taxco, Mexico. "La Princesa" necklace and earrings recall the ancient designs worn by royalty with chrysacola stones on sterling silver. The hallmark, "Mexico 925" is stamped on the back of the necklace and each earring. This piece was purchased from Mrs. Ballesteros and has never been worn. This is a rare piece sold for as much as $1300 in auction houses featuring vintage silver designs from Taxco. It is an art piece to wear.

This stylish tote created by Grupo Anna Rogil incorporates the classic Mexican tapestries created by artisans who use natural dyes and techniques handed down through generations. The leather complements the handcrafted tapestry resulting in a gorgeous tote that is not only sophisticated but also durable and practical.

This exquisite vintage cuff bracelet from renowned Los Ballesteros studio in Taxco, Mexico features a 3/4 inch topaz jewel on 925 Sterling Silver "dimple dot" design representing a dragonfly. A sturdy hidden hinged clasp showed the excellent workmanship of this famous silver studio. The cuff has the Ballesteros and 925 México hallmark. Seen on premium vintage sites for $600.

This unique rebozo is among the last pieces created by Cecilia Bautista Caballero of San Mateo Ahuiran, Michoacán. Cecilia was recognized as "Maestra del rebozo" as the innovator of a new style of rebozo, one that featured feathers instead of traditional fringe. She said she got the idea one day when she ran out of thread and wanted to finish the ends of the rebozo. When we asked her where the feathers came from, she would say that some were from a mischievous rooster or maybe a bird from the woods. She collected feathers everywhere she found them and kept them organized by color. Cecilia used natural items such as leaves, flowers and even pecan shells to color the threads that she used.

The traditional rebozo of Michoacán is painstakingly woven on a e telar de cintura (backstrap loom). The iconic blue tone holds deep historic meaning, traditionally blended alongside dark or black stripes, often referred to as a rebozo mesoquero. The rapacejo (fringe) is unique to Ahuiran, a small town where the "mil flores" design is created with articela threads. The three-dimensional floral design is often referred to as a rebozo ceremonial de mil flores. The pioneering Bautista family have kept this specialized flower knotted legacy vibrant for generations.

This classic nude was painted by Diego RIvera,1944 and it's one of the few works he did that year. It was painted in oil on hardboard and celebrates his relationship with indigenous people and nature.

The calla lily, a sensual, sculptural flower is the quintessential example of Mexico's exuberant flora and appears in many of Rivera's frescoes that depicted peasants with indigenous features carrying bundles or offerings of flowers. The 36"x36" silk scarf designed by Pineda Covalín is out of print and considered a rare find. It was printed in collaboration with Museos Diego Rivera y Frida Kahlo. Most people say this silk scarf should be framed. It has all the original tags from the designers.