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 | Ceramic statuette, The Holy Family
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Feriberto Aylas infuses Andean spirit to biblical legends as he creates an extraordinary scene of faith. Resting at the foot of an Andean chapel, the Holy Family is guarded by an angel as they flee Herods wrath. Aylas crafts this expressive ceramic piece by hand, each character at a time, and paints them with natural dyes. |
|  | Ceramic statuettes, Christmas Smiles
By: Novica No Longer Available
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Dressed snugly in a hand-knitted suit, Santa Claus visits the Andean highlands. He hugs a young llama and smiles broadly in this statuette by Fausto Fernández. Captivated by the peaceful spirit of Christmas, the furry animal smiles too. Artisan Info: Fausto Fernández is a young artist who seeks to preserve and represent Moche artistry as well as other pre-Hispanic cultures of Peru. He developed a fascination for dramatic... |
|  | Ceramic statuettes, Music from the Caves (pair)
By: Novica No Longer Available
Effigies of pre-Hispanic lineage, these statuettes are admirable replicas of those found at the Chingana archeological site. Chingana comprised of many window-like caves in the Huarochiri highlands, east of Lima. The original statuettes were said to inhabit such caves. Fausto Fernandez crafts this ceramic couple with an expert eye for detail. Both pieces are beautifully attired with elegant headdresses, the man is playing a zampona and the woman a flute; they are worshiping Pacha, that is, "earth." NOVICA, in association with National... |
|  | Gemstone statuette, Hummingbird Sips Nectar
By: Novica No Longer Available
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Hovering in midair, a hummingbird sips nectar from a jasper blossom. Willy Macedo sculpts the exquisite piece from colorful Andean gemstones. Blue sodalite and green chrysocolla form the body. Crystal is transformed into wings and opal comprises the tail. The work stands on an onyx trunk. Macedo designs it in two pieces; for display, the... |
|  | Gemstone statuette, Pink Energy
By: Novica No Longer Available
A pyramid of great mystic force, this piece is cut and polished with experienced talent by Vivian. A versatile jeweler, Vivian shapes pink manganese into a pyramid, inspired by the mythic belief that pyramids are a source of energy. Pink manganese is said to attract friendships and romance; it works best by being placed on a wood table, on a persons right hand side. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. |
|  | Gemstone statuettes, Graceful Cranes (set of 3)
By: Novica No Longer Available
J. Ciriaco sculpts a trio of feathered fishermen from colorful gemstones. The graceful cranes perch on long slender legs and search the waters for minnows to spear with their beaks. Green serpentine, celestite and obsidian join caramel onyx and aragonite. The birds stand on a quartz base. |
|  | Gemstone statuettes, Sparrows (set of 3)
By: Novica No Longer Available
Cheerful and curious, sparrows flaunt colorful feathers. J. Ciriaco reveals his vast imagination in this trio of gemstone sculptures. Green serpentine, orange jasper and brown onyx lend their natural hues and textures to the set. Chrysocolla and lapis lazuli also appear. The birds stand on quartz and pyrite. |
|  | Glass statuette, Magical Unicorn
By: Novica No Longer Available
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. José Pinpinco recreates the mystery and charm that surrounds the fabled unicorn. He sculpts the figurine from recycled glass; its white translucency enhancing the unicorns mystical presence. Pinpinco works entirely by hand, and his expertise is most evident in the unicorns small, spiraling horn. Please note these figurines are entirely hand-crafted of glass; please expect slight variations in the appearance and dimensions.... |
|  | Glass statuettes, Canine Clan (set of 4)
By: Novica No Longer Available
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Jose Pinpinco gathers an entertaining gang of canines, each uniquely sculpted with delicately artistry. The gang includes a poised cocker spaniel, a noble daschund, a loyal beagle and flirting chihuahua. Pinpinco sculpts each by hand with black recycled glass featuring white accents. Finished with exquisite detail, these statuettes evidence... |
|  | Glass statuettes, Celestial Swans (set of 3)
By: Novica No Longer Available
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Three swans make their presence felt while spreading their wings as if to land on an enchanted pond. Designed by Jose Pinpinco to glow in translucent blue, the swans represent his concern for Perus wildlife. He sculpts the figurines by hand of recycled glass using a variety of pliers to pull the molten, red hot glass. Please note these... |
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