Antonio Alonso: Pink Hummingbird Animal Figurines and the tlacuache's pink tail

and the tlacuache's pink tail curls around behind him as he steadies his load

a dramatic masklike face with wide eyes

in the 1970s

and even the underside is decorated

The figure of  Our Lady of Guadalupe is very detailed and perfectly etched

Antonio Alonso: Pink Hummingbird Animal Figurines and the tlacuache's pink tailThese exquisite papier mch hummingbirds by Antonio Alonso capture the delicate energy and joy of Mexicos natural world. Handcrafted from recycled paper and painted in vivid tones of turquoise, pink, orange, and yellow, each bird seems to hover in mid flight, its dotted wings shimmering with movement. Lightweight and full of life, these pieces can be displayed together or individually, a perfect symbol of vitality, renewal, and artistic imagination.