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NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Poised graciously on transparent stems, margarita glasses are amber like sunset at sea. The set of four is hand-crafted by Javier and Efren, using glass-blowing techniques perfected over the years. Endlessly versatile, they do double duty at dessert time for sherbet, custard, or gelatin. Artisan Info: The artistry of Javier and Efren has been featured in periodicals ranging from Sunset magazine to the Miami Herald. For over 15 years, Javier Gutierrez and Efren Canteras have been working together to preserve Mexico's blown glass artistry. "This type of work is a beautiful craft. I love blown glass because of the pure imagination poured into every piece created," confides Efren. "Even though the art of blowing glass originally came to Mexico from Spain, and it is practiced all over the world, Mexico's blown glass artistry is unique," says Javier enthusiastically. "I was 15 years old when I began blowing glass. Now I have the opportunity to teach the art of blowing hot glass to other young artisans. I start by employing people as my assistants, but I aim to train them to be experts, glass blowers equipped with a beautiful and useful skill. Working as a team, Javier specializes in the design of the pieces, and Efren transforms the designs into a reality. "Efren and I make a great team, and over the past 15 years we have designed and created original pieces with
- Delivery by December 24th guaranteed with STANDARD shipping if order received by 12/8/2010. Delivery by December 24th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 12/8/2010.
- Handmade by Efren Canteras
- Ships from Mexico within 7 days
- This hand blown item may vary slightly in color, size and shape
- Dishwasher safe, top rack recommended