NOVICA Condiment Servers Serveware From Mexico 'Mexican Garden'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Bright patterns and bold colors make this Talavera-style butter dish a standout on any table. Handcrafted from ceramic, it features intricate hand-painted floral designs and a practical lid to keep butter fresh and ready to serve. Mexican artisan Ivan Martinez???s vibrant accessory is the perfect blend of function and tradition.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyNot for use in microwave ovenFood safeNot dishwasher safeAbout our Artist: ???My name is Iván Martínez and I was born in the state of San Luis Potosí. Since I was very young, I had the good fortune to be in the field of making Talavera-style ceramics. It was my parents who started the heritage of ceramics, and thanks to them I learned their secrets and processes. ???I became interested in creating modern pieces using ancient ceramic techniques, such as baking and high temperature decoration. I decide to focus more on creating colorful designs on general utility pieces for every aspect of the home. Artisan ceramics is one of the main productive activities in Guanajuato, since it was promoted by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla over 200 years ago. The clay that is used in the ceramics is very rich in this region of Mexico. Each piece is made around or cast in a mold, and later they are passed on for decoration and baking. ???Each piece has a very special sense of inspiration for each member of the team. The main goal is to continue preserving the beautiful tradition that Miguel Hidalgo left behind; as well as capturing a part of each one of us in the beautiful decorations. ???As we are a family, the beginning of this beautiful project implied a lot of commitment from each member. Since we were very young , we grew up observing the details and

• Size: 3.5 x 7.5 x 4.7 inches
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Ivan Martinez to craft this item
• Product info: Ceramic