NOVICA Hand Painted Ceramic Wall Mask for Collectors: Jade Olmec Lord

Our Mission: Spreading Happiness
At Novica, our mission revolves around the idea of spreading happiness. We strive to improve the lives of artisans and uplift communities, ensuring that our customers make a positive impact on the world by choosing to purchase handmade products.

Novica was founded in May 1999 with a vision to create a brighter future for artisans. We believe that enhancing the lives of these creators contributes to a better world for everyone. Our goal is to honor those who dedicate their time to handcrafting unique items, ensuring that their stories and intricate details are preserved. Core values such as love, respect, and inclusiveness propel our efforts.

Why We Love Our Work
Our passion for what we do stems from love—our foundational value. Driven by our mission to empower artisans globally and preserve diverse cultures, Novica aims to provide long-term economic sustainability for these skilled individuals.

The Challenges We Address
For too long, many artisans have not received fair compensation for their work. Novica addresses this by collaborating directly with artisans, simplifying the supply chain by removing unnecessary middlemen. This approach enables artisans to earn better wages while offering customers more affordable prices.

Unique Offerings
All products available on Novica are handmade by featured artisans and are certified fair trade. Each piece carries a unique story and character, setting our offerings apart from mass-produced items.

Featured Product: Hand Painted Ceramic Wall Mask
One of our captivating creations is the green and blue hand-painted ceramic wall mask by Eufrosia Pantaleon. Inspired by the ancient Olmec heads, which symbolize governance, this mask is a tribute to Mexico's rich history and biodiversity. With meticulous attention to detail, Pantaleon uses a vibrant palette—blue, green, red, orange, pink, and beige—to bring this artwork to life.

• Dimensions: 8.25" H x 7" W x 2" D
• Weight: 0.9 lbs
• Material: Ceramic

Artisan Insights
Eufrosia’s artistry shines through in her colorful creations that depict suns, moons, and floral designs. Hailing from a Nahua community with high poverty levels, she ventured beyond her village to sell her crafts and support her family. Initially, she faced challenges in meeting quality standards, especially in color consistency. With her brother’s assistance in painting, they achieved the desired quality over time.

Promoting Handmade Crafts and Empowering Artisans
By fostering the production of handmade goods, we are empowering local artisans and implementing quality checks at every stage. Each purchase contributes to our overarching mission to spread happiness by celebrating exploration, promoting artists, and preserving vital global cultures.

Empowering Women and Transforming Lives
Our Women’s Empowerment badge recognizes artisan groups led by women. The impact of every purchase goes beyond the initial transaction; it significantly affects the artist's livelihood. For instance, Eufrosia uses her income to support educational opportunities for her children and community youth. Her successful work has led to job creation as she hires neighbors to help with the production.

Product Authentication
This authentic NOVICA fair trade product, in collaboration with National Geographic, comes with a certified NOVICA Story Card, ensuring quality and authenticity. You can trust in the exceptional craftsmanship of Eufrosia Pantaleon and embrace the spirit of handmade artistry.

Size: 8.25" H x 7" W x 2" D
Material: Ceramic

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