Tagua Fruit Nut Vegan Ivory Pixiu with Baby Carving

Tagua nuts come from an Amazonian plant and has a core that looks like ivory. It is used to make carvings used for spiritual purposes as it is associated with prosperity, happiness, love and abundance.

This carving is of a pixiu and a baby pixiu. These creatures are associated with abundance and protection in Chinese mythology. They are said to have been cursed by the Dragon King for pooping on the floor of heaven and having to forever consume jewels and wealth for their masters.