NOVICA Artisan Handmade Papier Mache Decorative Box Round Wood Gold Tone India Accessories Boxes Painted Leaf Tree [2.3in H x 4.5in Diam.] ' Kashmir Cobalt'

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: This elegant velvet-lined decorative box is from Fida Hussain, daughter of a papier mache artisan. She hopes to preserve that artistic legacy through her own work. The round box is crafted from weeping willow wood and papier mache and then carefully painted by hand with a chinar leaf motif in a pretty palette of blue and gold.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: "My name is Fida Hussain, and I was born and raised in the beautiful valley of Srinagar, Kashmir. My father is a papier mache craftsman - a family tradition that has been handed down from generation to generation. I grew up watching my father create beautiful things. When I left school I decided to join my father full time. We occasionally make intricate pieces, but when the customers are not ready to pay, we have to go with the flow. I really want to promote the beauty of this papier mache craft. When my father was alone, the way to sell his products was through local stores in Srinagar but since I've joined him, we have also started participating in government sponsored exhibitions, and we also have started supplying government emporiums and cottage industries. My two elder brothers are also actively working with my father. I feel so proud to be able to share the same platform with my father. He is such a great artist!"

• Size: 2.3 in. H x 4.5 in. Diam.
• 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 Fida Hussain to craft this item.
• Product info: Weeping willow wood, papier mache, polyester velvet lining