NOVICA Candle from Guatemala 'Santa Catarina Palopo Blue'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: In Guatemala, each Mayan town and village has a distinctive pattern of handwoven fabric worn by the women. Guatevelas selects a print of the textiles from Santa Catarina Palopo to decorate this rectangular candle in shades of blue. It is crafted by hand.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyNever leave a burning candle unattendedKeep away from and petsFor best results, always trim wick 1/4 inch prior to lightingDo not burn for more than 3 hours at a timePlace candle on a heat-resistant surfaceAbout our Artist: ???My name is Luis Fernando Martínez. I was born in 1960 in the beautiful department of Quetzaltenango; here I grew up with my parents and siblings. My father was a merchant and my mother a housewife. I continued my hood in the capital of Guatemala, where I finished high school and university. ???A few years ago I was very inspired by the beauty of African patterned candles and thought the concept would apply beautifully to Mayan textiles. I started just 6 months ago with a small group of artisans dedicated to candle making, who come from handicraft-making families for generations. This is an art that involves processes with a lot of dedication, patience and precision. They have almost 25 years of experience, and together we started working on this beautiful project. I make the designs totally inspired by the beauties of Guatemalan textiles, and they elaborate and shape each of these designs in a wonderful way in wax. ???Candles bring magic as they are a manifestation of fire--one of the four elements--that has captivated humanity since primitive times; fire also represents purification. Candles are the most beautiful expression used in ceremonies and rituals, even the

• Size: 3.4" H x 4.9" W x 3.7" D
• 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 Guatevelas to craft this item
• Product info: Paraffin, paper trim, cotton wick