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Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India, "Joyful Turtle"

Name: Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India, 'Joyful Turtle'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 308976
Price: 43.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (63 reviews)

Product ID: 308976

by Fida Hussain (63)

Offering a wonderful place to store small valuables, this decorative box from India takes the shape of a turtle. Fida Hussain carries on his family's... more

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Offering a wonderful place to store small valuables, this decorative box from India takes the shape of a turtle. Fida Hussain carries on his family's tradition of papier mache handicrafts, forming the turtle by hand with painted designs. The turtle's shell lifts to reveal the box's interior.

0.12 kgs
0.3 lbs

7 cm H x 15.5 cm W x 9 cm D
2.8" H x 6" W x 3.5" D

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Papier mache
Features a rustic, rugged finish
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 308976

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Fida Hussain

India

Papier mache

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Terri

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Aug 30, 2019

“Turtle box”

This little turtle is adorable. He is so sweet such a pretty little Mr. Turtle!

Purchased Item Joyful Turtle, Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India

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Lady K's Treasures

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Dec 30, 2024

“Wonderful bird !”

Another exquisite bird for my large bird collection. Colors are fantastic, the finish is very smooth and elegant.

Purchased Item Pretty Parrot, Green Papier Mache Parrot Keepsake Box from India

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Susan

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Dec 29, 2024

“Beautiful to give and receive”

These bird ornaments are absolutely exquisitely crafted and painted. I loved them so much that I bought a 2nd set for myself. I sent a set to my sister-in-law who was absolutely delighted to add them to her tree.

Purchased Item Festive Birds, Hand-Painted Assorted Bird Ornaments (Set of 6)

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Meet the Artist

Fida Hussain Papier mache

(63)

"Before I joined my father, I got together with a few of my friends and started an NGO for blood donation. We would donate blood ourselves and encourage others to donate."

"I was born and raised in the beautiful valley of Srinagar, Kashmir, which for me is the coolest place on earth. Unfortunately, during the early... read more