Tag: Talavera
Christmas 2013: Unique Gift Ideas
by admin on Dec.06, 2013, under Shop@RoseCottage
Here are a few more gift ideas for you. Time to get cracking on your Christmas shopping!
The Shona are a diverse people who live in parts of Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Mozambique. Known for their stone carving, many Shona artisans quarry their own rapoko soapstone, which they chisel and polish with hand tools. This graceful pair represent the endangered wattled crane, a symbol of longevity whose habitat in Zimbabwe and throughout Africa is dwindling. Expect variations in coloring and carving as each is handmade and unique.
Small ($69) and large($79) sizes available or save a few bucks and buy the pair for $139.
If you have a spot that needs a bit of color…
Talavera-style pottery techniques have been passed down through generations of Mexican craftspeople since the style was first introduced by Spaniards in the 17th century. The bright colors of this placid frog planter are part of the traditional color palette. Handcrafted in the talavera style in Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico.
Only $75 and click the links here for details on free shipping – NO Minimum!
Know someone who loves silver and who also likes bracelets with a bit of weight AND style?
Only $32 each!
European art during the Renaissance was highly influenced by the goods coming from China along the Silk Road. Natural motifs of flowers and leaves decorated exquisite Chinese porcelain and began showing up in European furniture and jewelry designs. These silver-colored metal bangles borrow from the same cross-cultural tradition, referencing classic East-West patterns. Individual links strung on elastic give the appearance of a solid bangle, but have a universal fit that makes these a great gift idea.
Choose Persia (top), Fergana (center), or Yellow Rivers (bottom) Bracelets. Buy all 3 for only $79!
