Free Gift Packaging

Free Gift Message Card

NOVICA Certified story card included

Video

Bestseller

Terracotta AnimalsMini Ornaments (Set of 30), "Noah's Ark Friends"

Name: Terracotta AnimalsMini Ornaments (Set of 30), 'Noah's Ark Friends'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 399636
Price: 36.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (204 reviews)

Product ID: 399636

by Jose Arriola (204)

This whimsical collection of elephants, butterflies, turtles, birds, giraffes, tigers, monkeys, frogs, alpacas, and dogs will help you create the most... more

Need more than one? View discount New!

Delivery Estimate

Add to wishlist

Details

This whimsical collection of elephants, butterflies, turtles, birds, giraffes, tigers, monkeys, frogs, alpacas, and dogs will help you create the most unique Christmas tree you've ever seen. Jose Arriola painstakingly handcrafts and hand-paints each tiny piece in terracotta and adds a loop for hanging. They arrive with a cotton bag for easy storage.

Please note: Animal assortment and colors may vary slightly.

Jose Arriola learned the art of ceramics from his mother. His work is inspired by old Mayan traditions and the bright colors of his homeland.

76 grams
0.2 lbs

Largest Piece: 2.5 cm L x 2.4 cm W
Largest Piece: 1" L x 0.9" W
Smallest Piece: 1.5 cm L x 1 cm W
Smallest Piece: 0.6" L x 0.4" W
Bag: 18 cm L x 13 cm W
Bag: 7" L x 5" W

Metric

US/Imperial

Terracotta, cotton bag
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 399636

Gift Info

Jose Arriola

Central America

Ceramic ornaments and figurines

View full collection

Cause Badges

Preserving Traditions

Microcredit Financing

Enabling Education

Plus 3 more badges

Customer Reviews

Purchased this? Leave your review.

Artist rating

Total reviews

204

Jennifer

Verified Reviewer

Jul 27, 2021

“Wonderful tiny creatures”

I could not be happier with these mini ornaments. The level of detail is great for such a small ornament. I purchased these to put in an advent calendar and they will be perfect. Thank you!

Purchased Item Noah's Ark Friends, Terracotta AnimalsMini Ornaments (Set of 30)

Was This Review Helpful?

Yes (1) No (0)

Alice

Verified Reviewer

Jun 29, 2021

“Tiny ornaments”

So cute and well crafted

Hanging

Purchased Item Noah's Ark Friends, Terracotta AnimalsMini Ornaments (Set of 30)

Was This Review Helpful?

Yes (0) No (0)

Elizabeth

Verified Reviewer

Oct 28, 2024

“Adorable”

I just love them! You can feel the love & care with which they were made??

Purchased Item Noah's Ark Friends, Terracotta AnimalsMini Ornaments (Set of 30)

Was This Review Helpful?

Yes (0) No (0)

Find Similar Items

You can find our terracotta mini ornament set 'Noah's Ark Friends' (Set of 30) by Jose Arriola in holiday decor & ornaments categories such as Animal Themed Ornaments, Folk Art Ornaments and Ceramic Ornaments. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.

Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Preserving Traditions

Jose creates the most beautiful ceramic ornaments and figurines. His family has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years and he takes great pride in practicing the same ceramic techniques his ancestors used. He wishes to help this tradition continue and he teaches anyone in his community who has an interest in learning.

Microcredit Financing

Jose Arriola has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $2550. Proceeds were used to purchase paints and materials for his ceramics to continue production.

Enabling Education

Jose's children are all grown but but he does provide financial support for the education of one person outside of his family and he occasionally supports other children's school expenses.

Confronting Adversity

Jose has been dealing with diabetes for over 17 years. His condition has caused many problems for him, but currently he is able to control it and enjoy his life.

Job Creator

Jose provides employment to several people within his community.

Overcoming Cancer

Meet the Artist

Jose Arriola Ceramic ornaments and figurines

(204)

"Don't ask me how, but we never lacked food on our table – we could be lacking in many things during the Civil War, but we never lacked food."

"My full name is Jose Antonio Arriola Rodenas and I come from a happy family that has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years! My grandparents... read more