NOVICA Decorative Box From India 'Jungle Influence'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: An ethereal jungle thrives prosperously in this design by artisan Niyaz. Working in his Indian atelier, the artisan crafts this kail wood decorative box, adding a coat of polished papier mache to create a gorgeous composition. Leafy details and classic patterns reunite around the box's sides, merging green, ivory and yellow hues. The interior is lined with faux velvet, finishing the piece with a touch of luxury.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: Hi, I'm Niyaz from Kashmir, known as 'heaven on earth.' I have fond memories of my hood, when I felt carefree and wandered about, enjoying the natural beauty of my town. We are a big family comprised of three s and four s, and my nephew, Riyas, is a featured artist. My father was a weaver and he really worked hard to bring us up. I remember a time when our family was going through a financial crisis, but father always encouraged us and managed to send us to school. However, I was more interested in learning the rich crafts of our state. The idea that I didn't want to study really irked my father and so he would scold me.One day when I was about 15 years old, I was venturing out in the open and I saw some amazing papier mache boxes. It was only natural for me to favor papier mache work because, in my area, almost every household has someone doing this craft. So I decided to learn it too, with expert artist Syed Aktar, even though no one in my family was doing it. My elder brother and sisters were already into weaving, helping my father.I started working on this art and it felt great! I would mostly replicate the traditional patterns and compositions featured in rugs and carpets. My father had a shop where he sold his shawls and scarves, so I would also show my

• Size: 1.4 x 7 x 3.9 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 Niyaz to craft this item
• Product info: Kail wood, papier mache; polyester lining