Butterfly Court Reverse Painted Glass on Wood Jewelry Box with Butterflies Jasper By Thai artisan Aunchalee Kaewduangtip

By Thai artisan Aunchalee Kaewduangtip

this beautiful ring conveys a message of peace

and the anklet fastens with tinkling bells

Sterling silver and leather

Butterfly Court Reverse Painted Glass on Wood Jewelry Box with Butterflies Jasper By Thai artisan Aunchalee KaewduangtipThe 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