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Set of 6 Hand-Painted Ceramic Ornaments with Cotton Bag, "Hearts of Nature"

Product ID: 427681

If you hold the Christmas holidays close to your heart, then this set of six heart-shaped ornaments crafted and painted by hand will be the perfect... more

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If you hold the Christmas holidays close to your heart, then this set of six heart-shaped ornaments crafted and painted by hand will be the perfect decoration for your tree. Guatemalan artisan Jose Arriola designs the ornaments from ceramic in red, yellow, blue, light blue, purple and green with lovely floral, leaf, animal and sun motifs. Each one comes with stainless steel hooks and waxed polyester cords to hang from the tree and can be safely stored in the accompanying striped bag made from 100% cotton.

  • 0.27 kgs
  • 0.6 lbs

  • Ceramic, waxed polyester cords, stainless steel hooks, cotton bag
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Guatemala
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemalaicon info
  • Product ID: 427681
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Jose Arriola
Jose Arriola

Central America

Ceramic ornaments and figurines

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Brexlynn

From USA/ Virginia

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Nov 01, 2022

Hearts of Nature”

Received my Hearts of nature today and they are so cute! They are going to be Christmas gifts and I cant wait to gift them. I may have to keep one for myself. lol They look just like the pictures and shipping was fast. I love your work Jose... just beautiful.

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Jeff

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Dec 24, 2024

Highlight of the Christmas Tree”

The detail of the painting is beautiful.

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Christine

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Dec 16, 2024

So Beautiful!!!!”

These stars are all beautifully made and painted. I thought I might give them away individually, but I don t want to part with any of them! Jose, thank you so much for sharing your art with the world

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Jose creates the most beautiful ceramic ornaments and figurines. His family has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years and he takes great pride in practicing the same ceramic techniques his ancestors used. He wishes to help this tradition continue and he teaches anyone in his community who has an interest in learning.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Jose Arriola has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $2550. Proceeds were used to purchase paints and materials for his ceramics to continue production.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Jose's children are all grown but but he does provide financial support for the education of one person outside of his family and he occasionally supports other children's school expenses.

Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

Jose has been dealing with diabetes for over 17 years. His condition has caused many problems for him, but currently he is able to control it and enjoy his life.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Jose provides employment to several people within his community.

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