Blown glass candleholder, 'Yellow Crystal' (medium)

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Infused with gilded sentiment, this modern mask reflects energetic Mexican artistry. Facial features emerge subtly from the surface of glass as Gabriel and Rodolfo Lio present the composition on a forged iron display stand equipped with a candleholder. Lends an inquisitive touch to any setting. As each piece is handmade, there may exist slight variations in design and shape, as well as minor "imperfections" such as tiny air bubbles beneath the glass surface. Candle not included. Artisan Info: The artistry of Gabriel and Rodolfo Lio Jaramillo has been featured in Depth magazine. "This business was started by my father 44 years ago. He had previously worked in the first hand-blown glass factory in the area as well as an internationally known glass workshop. It was through this experience that he mastered his craft and gained the knowledge to start his own factory. "When we were young we worked with our father during school vacations, helping him to create glass works and in the process learning about the intricacies of silica sand and mixing colors. We are continuing a family tradition that started more than 40 years ago, and we now specialize in pieces made from pure silica sand glass. Everything we do is completely handmade. "Our process requires sixteen ingredients: pieces of recycled glass, silica sand, stabilizers, flux and metallic oxide colors are melted