Giuliana Valz-Gen's command of the filigree techniques is exceptional.
Her pieces are elegant and beautiful. Everyone who has received one of her pieces from me for a special occasion has liked their gift immensely.
She is a great asset for Novica to have.
This is a wonderful story of the people in a miniature way. The many aspects of the community that are livelihood are represented. I love this retablo.
I gave this lovely cross as a gift to a friend who was being ordained as a pastor in the American Baptist Church. I chose this cross not only as symbol of her Christian faith, but also for the words from Corinthians, Chapter 13, on of my favorites. She was thrilled to receive it.
"I'd only eat rice with salt so the money they gave me was enough for me to live far from home. Despite all of this, I got the best rank in class and I got a scholarship from the government."
"I'm from a village in Klungkung, Bali and, when I was still a child, my life was extremely hard. There was no electricity, no gas, no water, and... read more
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