novica glasses

Dive deep down into the marine realm accompanied by the mystic and serene energies emanating from this curated gift set by NOVICA's talented artisans from the Andes region. Seeing that the Peruvian sea is full of marvels to discover, the Asunta Pelaez, Jose Luis Pariona and Teodoro Melendez showcase its ethereal beauty in this ocean-inspired set that includes a reverse-painted glass box featuring an enigmatic fish scene, a minimalist sterling silver pendant necklace accented with a blue leaf, and a glorious bracelet composed of sodalite beads.

A perky green parrot flaunts feathers of natural serpentine. Carved by hand, the colorful bird is crowned with jasper and the beak is black onyx. Andean artisan Cesar Gonzales presents the sculpture on a trunk of brown aragonite.

Right from the heart of the Andes, this precious gift set curated by the NOVICA team dazzles with its serene hues and graceful motifs. Peruvian flowers inspire a gorgeous decorative box expertly handcrafted using the reverse-painted glass technique, featuring a sturdy wood structure ornamented with a silvertone trim and nickel-plated brass hinges. Accentuated by gleaming baubles of sterling silver, two round opal stones display a vibrant blue shade in a pair of irresistible dangle earrings that oozes subtle elegance. With an eye-catching design, the zippered coin purse hand-woven from a linen and cotton blend is perfect for holding loose change or storing small valuables like earpods or jewelry, boasting a fully lined interior and hand-braided honey-colored cord and brown leather accents.

Elegant butterflies explore a lush floral garden against a black background on this decorative box. Asunta Pelaez paints the beautiful motifs by hand on the inside of glass panes. The box opens to reveal a sleek back interior.

A celestial blue cloud embraces this classic jewelry box, designed like a chest of drawers. The upper tray features a mirror, and the two drawers below organize personal treasures. Asunta Pelaez hand-paints the motifs on the reverse side of glass panes with golden details.

A box fit for all your treasures. Gelacio Giron decorates this jewelry box with intricate floral designs hand-painted over pieces of glass in deep blue and gold. He mounts the glass parts over gold-painted wood to shape the box, two functioning drawers, and a lidded secret compartment on top.

The Andean artisan fell into the art of reverse-glass painting through an uncle after losing his job as a government accountant. This technique was born in Europe during the Middle Ages and later on spread to Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It's come to hold a special place in Peruvian folk arts after being revived in the 1960s and has evolved to accommodate multiple regional styles.

Reverse-painted glass, introduced to Peru in the 17th century, is now a revered Peruvian art form. The Ortiz Family brings to this craft a unique conflux of influences. Their repetitive geometrical and symmetrical patterns owe their origins to Inca pottery, but their coloration is drawn from the multi-hued blue and gold tiles found in North Africa and Spain. Our glass-topped wooden tray is handcrafted in the family’s workshop in Peru.

Corral keys, wallets, and coins on a desk or entryway with this hand-tooled leather catchall. Designed by Johnny Jimenez, it features a lasso motif inspired by the cowboys —morochucos— who live and work in Peru's Andean highlands.