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Reverse Painted Glass Box

$275.00
South America / Peru

A decorative box handcrafted by Peruvian artists utilizing the ancient technique of reverse painted glass. Each piece of glass is hand painted on one side and carefully inlaid, creating a contemporary design.

  • Glass, wood, and paint
  • Rounded feet on the bottom
  • Length: 16 inches, Width: 8 inches,
    Height: 4 1/2 inches
  • Color: Outside-Beige, Silver and Turquoise with silver edges, Inside-Black
  • Handmade in Peru
  • Shipped from the US within 48 hours of purchase

Product SKU: BL-2004

South America
Peru

The ancient technique of reverse painted glass arrived in Peru with the Spanish in the 16th century.  In the beginning, local artisans copied the Spanish techniques, styles and themes but, as with other crafts brought by the Europeans, they developed their own styles.  Over time reverse painted glass became a Peruvian tradition.   Today, Berrocal works with artisans in San Juan de Lurigancho, a town outside of Lima, who create beautiful pieces with intricately hand-painted designs.


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