NOVICA Multicolor Natural Fiber Folk Art Decorative Bowl from Peru 'Vivid Sunrays'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer!About this item: Inspired by the intense colors traditional to Guacamayas, Colombia, Omaira Manrique creates a sublime decorative piece from natural materials. After choosing a palette of pale blue, orange and hot pink, the artisan starts working with cabuya and reed grass fibers, coiling them into a bold and beautiful decorative bowl.For decorative use onlyHand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: 'I'm an artisan and, mainly, a person who loves community work to give my hand and heart to people. 'My father learned the basic technique of coiled baskets in school and essentially taught himself the rest. He began inviting others in our town to learn this craft and keep the tradition alive. 'In our town, work opportunities were limited. The only way to make a living was selling arts and crafts locally. My cousin and I would sit under a tree and talk about our lives while we wove placemats that were very popular at that time because of their colors and patterns. 'When I was a community director, we'd go out to the rural areas and teach new artisans how to organize materials, dyeing techniques for the natural fibers, and how to calculate costs. We worked for six or seven years in producing six basic products crafted by some 1,700 village residents. In the first years of our cooperative, we began with only five families. Today we have more than 400 members working together. 'It's been a long road. We have more than 35 years of experience and have been recognized by the Chamber of Commerce. 'I'm grateful to be able to say that my grand dream has come true. Guacamayas is is finally recognized for its rich natural,...

• Size: 6 in. L x 10.25 in. W
• 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 Omaira Manrique to craft this item.
• Product info: Cabuya fibers, reed grass fibers