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Hand-Painted Mohena Wood and Leather Jewelry Box from Peru, "Colonial Secret"

Product ID: 436467

The Peruvian colonial era has a unique charm that combines the elegance of the baroque with the Andean worldview, allowing this sublime creation by... more

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The Peruvian colonial era has a unique charm that combines the elegance of the baroque with the Andean worldview, allowing this sublime creation by Julio Sanchez to come to life. Working with mohena wood, the artisan handcrafts a sturdy structure that makes this jewelry box a secure storage device. After finishing the base and bronze accents, Julio uses leather to create a classic design painted by hand in warm and vibrant hues. The piece also features a removable organizer that hides a secret compartment, all secured with a little key.

  • 2.12 kgs
  • 4.7 lbs
  • 22 cm H x 29 cm W x 19 cm D
  • 8.75" H x 11.5" W x 7.5" D

  • Mohena wood, MDF, leather, bronze
  • Equipped with a lock and key
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Genuine leather may naturally show subtle marks, scratches or wrinkles
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 436467
Julio Sanchez
Julio Sanchez

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Hand-tooled wood and leather furniture and decor

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Ed

From Alabama USA

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Sep 26, 2024

Leather Lover”

I am a lover of leather and this is beautiful. Matches the bathroom perfectly. Very good leather carving.

Purchased Item Colonial Colors, Hand-Painted Mohena Wood And Leather Magazine Rack

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Jill

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Dec 26, 2022

Exquisitely hand made treasure box”

This hand made item is everything you would hope it to be. It is beautifully made by a true artisan. The detail and workmanship is impressive. We cant stop looking at it. It is a work of art. I couldnt be happier with this purchase. My gratitude to Julio for his skills in making this lovely piece and to Novica for giving me the opportunity to bring it into my home.

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John

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Jul 29, 2022

A Great Gift”

I bought this jewelry box as a gift for my daughter-in-law and she loved it, especially the nice detail work on the box. Can never go wrong with work done by Julio.

Notes and jewerly This was a gift for My daughter-in-law Occasion: 'just because'

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Moving On Up

Moving On Up

The patience that leather work demands has helped Julio to maintain his workshop. He is constantly training other artisans and encouraging them to move on by opening their own workshops. He provides steady employment to numerous artisans in his community.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Treasured since colonial times, Peruvian leather work is a difficult and demanding art form. Characterized by high relief, it is a style requiring precision and years of practice. At age 12, under the tutelage of his uncle, a master craftsman, Julio began to study the art by learning to apply the final finish to his uncle's pieces. Seeing his love of the craft and his dedication, his uncle began to teach him leather tooling at age 16. To this day. Julio has never tired of his art. He continues to practice and perfect the art of Peruvian leather work, often training many of the artisans, past and present, employed by his workshop.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Julio's Novica sales account for most of his income. These sales enable him to care for his family and provide the steady income he needs to maintain his workshop and employ other artisans.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Julio is deeply committed to the belief that children should have a better life than their parents. Even though his children are grown, he continues to pay for their university studies.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Julio is able to employ two people full-time. He is also able to give work to other artisans who work from their homes.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Julio Sanchez has received a $2050 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

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