Butterfly Court Reverse Painted Glass on Wood Jewelry Box with Butterflies Mozambique Cut by hand from sheets

Cut by hand from sheets of steel

The September birthstone

Showcasing a globe of rose quartz

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Petite globes of reconstituted turquoise add color to Yuniati's cuff bracelet

Butterfly Court Reverse Painted Glass on Wood Jewelry Box with Butterflies Mozambique Cut by hand from sheetsThe art of reverse painting on glass was brought to Peru by the Spaniards who settled there in the 15th century. Local artisans emulated the style and in time, the technique became recognized as a Peruvian craft tradition. Here, Peruvian artisan Gelacio Giron paints ethereal butterflies on the hinged lid of a handcrafted wooden jewelry box. The blue, black, and pink winged creatures flit amidst delicate blooms on a background of ochre and gold. The