Novica Artisans
'Woven Mystery, ' placemats (set of 4)
The rippling variation of eceng gondok's organic tones is sharply accentuated by the woven pattern and dramatic black border. Liem Hauw believes it was perhaps the will of God that led him to his destiny as an artisan.
Merchant: NOVICA
Ceramic mask, 'Chancay Cat'
Facial paint in geometric designs adorns the stylized visage of this ceramic mask, hand-crafted by artisan Feriberto Aylas. The style is inspired by the Chancay culture of northern Peru, and the smooth surfaces of the mask glow in warm browns and yellows.
Merchant: NOVICA
Wood statuette, 'Bearer of the Water of Life'
Barefoot, an elderly man kneels to pour water from a traditional water jar. Nkwah Nsu Wura means "Bearer of the Water of Life." Hand-carved from seasoned sese wood and finished in dark tan mansion polish, the venerable figure radiates serenity and dignity.
Merchant: NOVICA
Cuzco vases, 'Moche Color' (set of 6)
Inca symbols in vivid hues dance on terra cotta. These voluptuous vases by the Huaman Paucar family whisper ancestral legends of pre-Hispanic glory. "The history of the Inca is reflected in our ceramics, " the artisan explains.
Merchant: NOVICA
Origami mobile, 'Constellation'
A charming adornment for any magical setting, presented by the proud hands of Sandra Gullino. Using Japanese paper and traditional origami techniques, the artisan creates a floating scene of pinwheel stars, their points alternating between soothing tones of black, white, and gray.
Merchant: NOVICA
'Mimpi, ' candleholders (pair)
Reflecting quixotic allure, Dewa Gede Alit entitles this pair of candleholders mimpi, meaning �dream� in Balinese. The artisan individually arranges the cloves on malleable wire before joining the textured design to a sleek iron frame.
Merchant: NOVICA