These are adorable. The skin color on the set I received was darker than I expected, so the gift went to a different friend than originally intended. Jose's work never disappoints. I have purchased many ornaments to give as gifts.
Because of NOVICA's operations in Guatemala, and my love especially lesser-known birds, I have quite a few pieces representing quetzals. However, most artists depict quetzals as very dignified. This one stands out to me though because Ms. Briz's style makes it so adorable!
"Don't ask me how, but we never lacked food on our table – we could be lacking in many things during the Civil War, but we never lacked food."
"My full name is Jose Antonio Arriola Rodenas and I come from a happy family that has lived in Antigua for more than 100 years! My grandparents... read more
The Summer Catalog
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