This substantial little turtle is more a fine example of alebrije without having the slightly menacing look of many of them. the detail is amazing, and the expression on its face is wonderful - both knowing and olayful. The colors fit well with current decor while retaining a folk art feel.
I'm always happy with the high quality of my NOVICA purchases, and this darling little turtle is no exception! 'He' is a lovely, magically painted talisman - very unique... It's a bonus to be able to support the artisans in this fashion. Thank you, NOVICA!!
"Our designs are basically inspired from the ancient Mughal style. But today we incorporate modern motifs into the ancient technique and style."
Update (May, 2020)“It gives me immense pride and happiness to look back 18 years ago when I joined NOVICA way back in 2004. The company was just a... read more
The Summer Catalog
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.