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India Handmade Purple Leaf Papier Mache Box (3 inch), "Purple Chinar Foliage"

Name: India Handmade Purple Leaf Papier Mache Box (3 inch), 'Purple Chinar Foliage'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 417073
Price: 19.45 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (66 reviews)

Product ID: 417073

by Fida Hussain (66)

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 blue to hold small keepsakes and treasures.

46 grams
0.1 lbs

2.2" H x 3.3" W x 2.6" D
2.2" H x 3.3" W x 2.6" D

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Papier mache
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 417073

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Fida Hussain

India

Papier mache

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Mele

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Jun 17, 2022

“So intricate!”

This box has a hypnotically lovely pattern and is perfect for storing a tiny treasure, or just for display.

Purchased Item Purple Chinar Foliage, India Handmade Purple Leaf Papier Mache Box (3 inch)

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John Boy

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Apr 08, 2025

“Teachers Desk”

A different granddaughter who is a teacher has this on her desk

Purchased Item Owl Story in Dusty Lavender, Hand Painted Papier Mache Pen Holder

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Irene

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Mar 19, 2025

“Fabulous gift”

Given as a token of a wedding to guests as a parting gift. Beautiful and well received!

Purchased Item Bells of Kashmir, Papier Mache Bell Ornaments (Set of 5) from India

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Fida Hussain Papier mache

(66)

"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