NOVICA Green Multicolor Ceramic Folk Art Home Accents from Mexico 'Cactus Convenience'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Every house element can be transformed into a traditional accent with the help of Juana Ponce and her fascinating creativity. Working with ceramic in the Talavera style, the Mexican artisan handcrafts this tissue box cover featuring a palette of green and warm hues that bring to life a classic scene of the desert and its charming cactus.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlySigned by the artistAbout our Artist: I was born in the Mexican state of Guanajuato, where Don Miguel Hidalgo left his ceramic heritage to the native peoples of the region. Today it is an active legacy. I began working in this beautiful craft in 1994, thanks to my father, and my husband and help me see that it is carried on. Working with Talavera-inspired ceramics is fascinating. I like it because it allows me to create using various colors and forms. I try to draw my inspiration from what the ceramic transmits – its tradition and its characteristic colors from our vibrant Mexican culture. When it comes to jewelry, I really enjoy being able to combine Talavera-style ceramics with silver, giving it an elegant touch. We have our own glaze formulas originating from this beautiful region. Working as a family is very important, allowing us to bring our points of view to the table with more freedom and simplicity. My sons are in charge of selling our crafts to other parts of the country, optimizing resources, quality control, and designing our pieces. I consider compromise, identity, admiration, creativity, and responsibility to be important traits in each member of the family. Without them, a vital part of our work would be lost. We work by hand alongside other families that collaborate with us on each detail. Together, we reaffirm our identity,

• Size: 6 x 5 x 5 inches
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Juana Ponce to craft this item
• Product info: Ceramic