NOVICA Vase from Guatemala 'Artisanal Elegance in Black'

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: Ignite your passion for bold design with this remarkable ceramic vase. Guatemalan artisan Lilyan Benecke creates a fusion of natural clay and meticulously hand-painted black accents, resulting in a textured masterpiece that effortlessly adds a contemporary edge to any room.WatertightHand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: I always say it was like love at first sight, because from the very first class I ever took in ceramics I became fascinated with the technique and the material, and because I was able to combine it with my other passion, painting.Neither of my parents are artisans but, ever since I can remember, I've always loved art, especially painting. My parents enrolled me in art classes when I was a little , and that's how I came to learn about painting with oils. I've always wanted to learn more and eventually I studied interior design in Guatemala City, and a postgraduate course at the Bournemouth and Poole College of Arts in England. And that's when I fell in love with ceramic arts. Some years later, I won a scholarship to study ceramic techniques in China, which complemented my knowledge and ??? as if it were possible ??? made fall in love with ceramics even more!I don't remember the first ceramic piece I ever made, but I remember the first piece that impressed me as it if it had happened yesterday. It was a black vase with a stampede of white horses in relief. It is one of my favorite pieces.I began to work formally in this field in 1983, but it wasn't until 1993 that I formalized my workshop. Over the years, I have taught and trained a group of artisans who now work with...

• Size: 8.5 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 Lilyan Benecke to craft this item.
• Product info: Ceramic