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Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India, "Joyful Turtle"

Name: Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India, 'Joyful Turtle'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 308976
Price: 35.02 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (66 reviews)

Product ID: 308976

by Fida Hussain (66)

Offering a wonderful place to store small valuables, this decorative box from India takes the shape of a turtle. Fida Hussain carries on his family's... more

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Offering a wonderful place to store small valuables, this decorative box from India takes the shape of a turtle. Fida Hussain carries on his family's tradition of papier mache handicrafts, forming the turtle by hand with painted designs. The turtle's shell lifts to reveal the box's interior.

0.12 kgs
0.3 lbs

2.8" H x 6" W x 3.5" D
2.8" H x 6" W x 3.5" D

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Papier mache
Features a rustic, rugged finish
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in India
Certified and shipped by our office in India
Product ID: 308976

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Fida Hussain

India

Papier mache

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Terri

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Aug 30, 2019

“Turtle box”

This little turtle is adorable. He is so sweet such a pretty little Mr. Turtle!

Purchased Item Joyful Turtle, Papier Mache Turtle Decorative Box from India

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Kim

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Aug 25, 2025

“Sweet Little Box”

I love the divot in it that keeps the lid aligned. Im planning to put $ in it and use it as a stocking stuffer.

Purchased Item Graceful Grandeur, Gold and Black Papier Mache Decorative Box from India

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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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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