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In Mexico, Artist Maintains Ancient Tradition
June 5, 2022
Olegario Hernández carves maguey plants into a gourd, or jícara, in Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán, Oaxaca, Mexico. Gourds have been used since pre-Hispanic times as percussion instruments and containers for food and beverages.
Ena Aguilar Peláez, GPJ Mexico