Novica Mexico
Gold plated pendant, 'Rain Frog'
A tree frog graces this delightful pendant by Albert Ickenroth. He crafts the fanciful figure in lustrous silver bathed in 22k gold. It makes an enchanting reminder of Mexico. Among the ancient Maya, frogs were harbingers of rain.
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Glass pitcher, 'Cobalt Charm'
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Mesmerizing with its cobalt translucency, this pitcher offers the allure of Mexico's blown glass artistry. Javier and Efr�n join forces in the creation of this singular piece, which is crafted with traditional blown glass techniques.
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'Mary Guadalupe'
The Virgin of Guadalupe is queen of the heavens � she stands on the moon and her cloak holds the stars. She first appeared in Mexico in 1531 and, as proof, caused roses to bloom at the site.
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Talavera ceramic jar, 'Classic Blue'
Alonso Luis presents a classic motif in blue and white, a superlative example of Puebla's renowned Talavera pottery. Meticulously painted by hand, the intricate patterns flow serenely across the eight-sided jar and circular lid.
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Decoupage chest, 'Frida Kahlo and Friends'
Hand-crafted of pinewood, this antique style chest bears images of Frida Kahlo. Immortalized in film, Kahlo and her husband, muralist Diego Rivera, were leaders in Mexico's artistic and intellectual world during the first half of the 20th century.
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Ceramic plaque, 'Golden Aztec Sun Stone'
Working in ceramic, Angel Cer�n recreates the elaborate stone sculpture known as the "Aztec Calendar" or "Sun Stone." Discovered in Mexico City, the original massive stone is on display in the National Museum of Anthropology and History.
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