Keep the Faith Handmade Guatemalan Worry Doll Cross for Wall Display
By Elias Garcia, this handcrafted cross is a reminder of the importance of faith. The artisan covers the open figure with handwoven fabric. Diminutive worry dolls in handwoven apparel stand shoulder to shoulder to surround the cutout cross. According to Maya legend, the sun god gave princess Ixmucane the gift of solving people’s problems. With time people started making dolls in Ixmucane’s honor and they would tell her their woes, hoping she would solve them through the dolls. Many people whisper to the dolls, then place them under their pillows at night, hoping that the doll will provide a solution as they sleep.
- materials: 100% cotton on carton, nylon cord
- Not a toy and not intended for use in or near cribs, beds, playpens, or carriages
- Hand-crafted item — color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
13 in. H x 10.25 in. W x 0.8 in. D
