This form of folk art, which has a long history in Mexico, gained popularity as tourist souvenirs during the mid-20th century, particularly from the 1940s to the 1960s. Real, often naturally dyed, feathers are meticulously arranged and glued onto a dark background to create the image of a bird.The surrounding elements like the branch and foliage are hand-painted.The delicate featherwork is protected by a glass cover and enclosed in a rustic, handwoven wicker. Known for their vibrant colors and bohemian or mid-century modern aesthetic.