Novica Crafts
Cedar toy, 'Dino Triceratops'
This triceratops dinosaur seems to smile as it lumbers across the floor on jointed legs. The large lizard with three horns was a vegetarian and ate only herbs. Rafael and Maria Ricalde craft the cheerful wheel toy with lifelike movements.
Cedar toy, 'Hungry Hippo'
A hungry hippopotamus opens its mouth to swallow a meal of grass and herbs. Rafael and Maria Ricalde craft the rotund mammal with a fat tummy and tiny ears. The cedar wood toy moves on wheels.
Leather mirror, 'Bronze Butterflies'
Gilded butterflies with coppery wings seem to hover around a silver pool. The rich art legacy of the Inca inspires Manolo and Lucho for this elegant design. They craft a beautiful wall mirror of cumala, or nutmeg wood, covering the frame with tooled leather.
Ceramic vessel, 'Maya Offerings'
Master ceramists Ernesto and Erik Basilio hand-craft an impressive replica of a Maya offering vessel. It is believed the Maya people used this type of vessel to make offerings of flowers and incense.
Wood chess set, 'Wisdom'
Lined up for a battle of the mind, each player gazes solemnly at the opponents. These intricately carved chess pieces depict leaders of great wisdom. Khyali Ram craft this chess set from sheesham and kadam wood.
Cotton wall hanging, 'Emerald Forest'
Sparkling like starlight, sequins adorn this beautiful wall hanging by Sunil Tambi. Working in traditional Rajasthani style, he creates a textile of lavish beauty. Rich hand embroidery, beadwork and appliqu� result in a breathtaking work of art.