Black Faux Leather Chakana Bracelet with Sterling Silver - Chakana Southern Cross Recipient he creates this work by

he creates this work by skillfully painting floral motifs that include sunflower

with a bird and leaves representing the Armenian letter “P

Mario Chávez works in virgin wool to created intricate geometric motifs

The artisans handweave waxed nylon cords in an enchanting purple tone to craft this adjustable macrame bracelet

Black Faux Leather Chakana Bracelet with Sterling Silver - Chakana Southern Cross Recipient he creates this work byAlso known as the Andean cross, the chakana is an ancient symbol often seen in Peru's ancient art. It represents the Southern Cross. One of the pre Hispanic astral symbols that presided over the Andean universe, the chakana symbolizes order in family and community life. It is taken from a constellation of stars forming a square, and represents the universe connected to the center of the world. It also symbolizes a stairway toward the most high. 'For