Talavera-Style Decorative Ceramic Box - Hidalgo Bouquet Folklore and the green or teal

and the green or teal one is a symbol of fertility

The artisan alternates fiery carnelian cabochons with faceted garnet teardrops totaling a luxuriant 9 carats

Gulam Rasool is a master at traditional jali or openwork carving

She works with cotton in a blend of tan and khaki hues

which is a sustainable wood with brown to dark red and golden hues

Talavera-Style Decorative Ceramic Box - Hidalgo Bouquet Folklore and the green or tealThis lovely little box is created by Mexico's Ivan Martinez in the Talavera tradition. The box and its lid are molded from ceramic before being carefully hand painted with colorful motifs. It's the perfect place to stash small treasures. Ceramic 0. 18 lbs 2. 6 inches H x 3. 5 inches Diam.