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India Handmade Purple Leaf Papier Mache Box (4.5 inch), "Purple Chinar Foliage"

Name: India Handmade Purple Leaf Papier Mache Box (4.5 inch), 'Purple Chinar Foliage'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 417070
Price: 41.42 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (63 reviews)

Product ID: 417070

by Fida Hussain (63)

Working in papier mache, Fida Hussain crafts a delightful box in the shape of an egg. Hand-painted motifs in lilac and purple depict foliage from... more

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Working in papier mache, Fida Hussain crafts a delightful box in the shape of an egg. Hand-painted motifs in lilac and purple depict foliage from Kashmir's rare chinar trees on a smooth, dark background. The inner surface is a sleek black to hold small keepsakes and treasures.

90 grams
0.2 lbs

3" H x 4.4" W x 3.5" D
3" H x 4.4" W x 3.5" D

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Papier mache
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 417070

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Fida Hussain

India

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Ann

From Waynesboro, Virginia, U.S.A

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Nov 02, 2024

“These elephants and their tapestries are beautifully painted!”

I recall my friend from India gave me an elephant decor when I moved away. I certainly can imagine these ornaments as symbolic of carrying one of the wise men that Christians celebrate at Epiphany (January 6).

Christmas ornament, or reminders of Strength and Wisdom

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Lesley

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Sep 25, 2024

“Pretty”

Very sweet little box. Great addition to my collection. Nice size and well made. Colors are true to photo.

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Jamie

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Feb 14, 2024

“perfection”

flowers in the winter really brighten the mood!

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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