Bandelier National Monument Bolihua Ornament Beanies Whether pouncing on unsuspecting prey

Whether pouncing on unsuspecting prey or playing hide-and-seek with their young

archeoastronomers

They are primarily nocturnal and can be recognized by their distinct nighttime howl

the mug is painted and glazed in colors chosen by the park

their succulent forms helping define the region’s arid beauty

Bandelier National Monument Bolihua Ornament Beanies Whether pouncing on unsuspecting preyOur Bandelier National Monument bolihua ornament captures the significance of this historic New Mexico landscape. The design reflects the ancient cliff dwellings and cultural sites preserved within the monument. Bolihua is a reverse glass painting technique developed in China in the early 1700s. Each ornament is hand painted inside a glass bulb using narrow brushes and fine tools. The layered process takes several days and creates a one of a kind