60th birthday gift for a man who has almost everything
Ms. Peláez is magical. I gave this gift to an old friend who has everything money can buy - except for the knowledge of Novica and the power of this artist! He was deeply moved by my choice and her work.
Painting and ceramic are great. Arrived in good condition. Diameter is good for corn tortillas, but I'll have to fold flour tortillas in 4ths in order to use. Will work well as a side dish server too.
It's not easy to find a good quality depiction of a mallard hen -- most statuettes are of the drake -- perhaps because the markings on the hen are delicate and subtle. The artist has done a wonderful job here, and I'm very happy with it. It occupies an honored place in our home.