Tlanchana Barro Pigmentado Mermaid Clay Sculpture Tunic Its heavyweight and structured fabric

Its heavyweight and structured fabric makes it versatile for both casual and formal styling

Hand-painted using the negative imprint method

Traditional Short Sleeve Mexican Embroidered Button-Down Shirt made in Chiapas

Glazed on the inside for liquid retention with stunning cracked-like patterns

Decorative laces with tassels at neckline

Tlanchana Barro Pigmentado Mermaid Clay Sculpture Tunic Its heavyweight and structured fabricTlanchana Mermaid Clay Sculpture Handmade in Metepec, Estado de Mxico A tlanchana is a mythical water deity from Mesoamerican folklore, often depicted as a beautiful woman with a lower body that is a snake or, in later versions, a fish tail. This Tlanchana inspired figurine was handmade using natural clay and traditional techniques in Metepec, Estado de Mxico. The clay was hand shaped and detailed, then adorned with dozens of tiny floral appliqus.