Multicolored Beaded Bracelet from Mexico 'Deer Totem'

Regular price: $29.99
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This 'Deer Totem' bracelet by Independent Artisans is a powerful and intricate tribute to Wixárika culture. Hand-strung with thousands of tiny glass beads on silken threads, this wide cuff-style wristband features a sacred Huichol-style deer motif at its center. For Angeles González, this piece is more than just jewelry; it is a language, a form of identity, and a way to preserve her native culture for future generations. The meticulous beadwork and deep symbolism make this bracelet a wearable work of art, a bridge between tradition and modern life that honors the spiritual and artistic heritage of the Wixárika people.

Born in Tuxpan, Jalisco, Angeles González grew up immersed in the vibrant traditions of the Wixárika people, where embroidery and beadwork are taught from early childhood. By the age of five, she was already crafting her first bracelets and bags. Though she initially made accessories for herself, moving to Guadalajara for her studies revealed new possibilities: selling jewelry to support her education. Over time, her art became both livelihood and cultural mission. Together with her husband, she now leads a workshop dedicated to Wixárika jewelry and sculpture, expanding from just a handful of bracelets to a rich variety of designs. Beyond crafting, they teach workshops in schools, sharing the symbolism and worldview woven into each piece. For Angeles, jewelry is not only art—it is language, identity, and a bridge to preserve her culture and native tongue for future generations.

Hand-strung in Mexico with glass beads and silk thread, this 7.5-inch inner circumference bracelet fastens with a button clasp.

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